This term is commonly used because the measuring wheel is frequently employed by surveyors for measuring distances in a straight line.
This name describes the primary function of the tool, which is to measure distances accurately.
Trundle wheel" is another term sometimes used to describe a measuring wheel.
The measuring wheel is sometimes called a surveyor's odometer due to its use in measuring distances, similar to how an odometer measures the distance traveled by a vehicle.
These terms are used interchangeably, and the specific name may vary based on regional preferences or the context in which the tool is being discussed.
