An odometer is a device that is used for measuring the distance traveled by a vehicle. The odometer is usually situated in the vehicle's dashboard. The word "odometer" is derived from two Greek words meaning path and measure.

What can be measured using odometer?

An odometer or odograph is an instrument used for measuring the distance traveled by a vehicle, such as a bicycle or car. The device may be electronic, mechanical, or a combination of the two (electromechanical).

What does odometer mean in a car?

: an instrument for measuring the distance traveled (as by a vehicle)