The speed of the wind is measured by

The speed of the wind is measured by

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The speed of the wind is measured by an anemometer.
An anemometer is a meteorological instrument used to measure wind speed. Common types include cup anemometers, propeller anemometers, and sonic anemometers.
A wind vane measures wind direction, indicating the direction from which the wind is blowing. A wind rose is a graphical tool used to show the distribution of wind speed and direction at a particular location over a period of time. A barometer is used to measure atmospheric pressure.