barometer vs direction indicator

barometer

noun
  • Anything used as a gauge or indicator. 

  • An instrument for measuring atmospheric pressure. 

direction indicator

noun
  • A turn signal or indicator. 

  • An instrument that shows both the current heading and the desired heading needed to follow a predetermined course. 

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