circular level
tool
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A circular level is a tool used to determine if a surface is horizontal. It contains a bubble within a circular glass. When the bubble is centered, the surface is considered level in all directions. This type of level was invented in 1777 but was less sensitive than other designs. The term "circular level" is also synonymous with "box level".123
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