Dipstick

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001736",
  "term": "Dipstick",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A simple measuring tool for checking the fluid level in a reservoir, such as an engine's oil sump or a transmission case. It consists of a long, thin metal or plastic rod that is inserted into the fluid and then withdrawn for a visual reading. The rod is marked with high and low indicators, showing the acceptable operating range for the fluid.",
  "subject": "Mechanical engineering",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Ölmessstab",
    "es": "medir con varilla",
    "fr": "jauger"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/dipstick/"
}