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Definition of feeler gauge
feeler gauge
Plural:feeler gauges
• noun
1
A precision measuring tool consisting of a series of metal blades of varying thicknesses, used to measure the clearance or narrow gap between two mechanical parts.
Example
"The mechanic used a feeler gauge to accurately check the spark plug gap before installing it into the engine."
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Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Feeler gauge. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/feeler%20gauge