I’ve commented on this subject from time to time but thought I’d have another go at it since the questions never seem to go away. I’m referring to the language used in our day-to-day work in measurement and calibration.
Okay, I’ll admit I’m as bad as the next person when it comes to using slang but it’s so handy, which is why most people use it. It works as long as everyone understands what it means and therein lies the problem—not everyone does. Herewith some examples you may have run across with hopefully some clarifications.