burette n 1: measuring instrument consisting of a graduated glass tube with a tap at the bottom; used for titration [syn: {burette}, {buret}]
Burette \Bu*rette"\, n. [F., can, cruet, dim. of buire flagon.] (Chem.) An apparatus for delivering measured quantities of liquid or for measuring the quantity of liquid or gas received or discharged. It consists essentially of a graduated glass tube, usually furnished with a small aperture and stopcock. [1913 Webster]