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Noun: Pitot-static tube  'pee-tow'sta-tik
  1. Measuring instrument consisting of a combined Pitot tube and static tube that measures total and static pressure; used in aircraft to measure airspeed
    - Pitot head, Pitot tube

Derived forms: Pitot-static tubes

Type of: measuring device, measuring instrument, measuring system