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It can measure current between some terminals (5)

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meter

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'it can measure current' is the definition.
The definition suggests a singular noun which matches the answer.

'between some terminals' is the wordplay.
'between' indicates a hidden word.
'METER' is hidden in the letters of 'some terminals'.

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(Other definitions for meter that I've seen before include "Device for recording, say, usage (5)" , "Measuring device, say for electricity usage" , "Measuring device as for electricity consumption" , "Gauge" , "Measuring device as for electricity usage (5)" .)

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