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Telescope

/ˈtɛlɪskəʊp/

A monocular optical instrument that magnifies distant objects, especially in astronomy.

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📖 Definitions of "Telescope"

noun

1
A monocular optical instrument that magnifies distant objects, especially in astronomy.
2
Any instrument used in astronomy for observing distant objects (such as a radio telescope).

verb

1
To extend or contract in the manner of a telescope.
2
To slide or pass one within another, after the manner of the sections of a small telescope or spyglass.
3
To come into collision, as railway cars, in such a manner that one runs into another.

🔄 Synonyms of "Telescope"

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Word	Definition
scopenoun	The breadth, depth or reach of a subject; the extent of applicability or relevance; a domain, purview or remit.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Telescope"

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Word	Definition
scopenoun	The breadth, depth or reach of a subject; the extent of applicability or relevance; a domain, purview or remit.
cassegrainnoun	Ellipsis of Cassegrain reflector. [A combination of a primary concave mirror and a secondary convex mirror, often used in optical telescopes and radio antennas, the main characteristic being that the optical path folds back onto itself, relative to the optical system's primary mirror entrance aperture.]
binocularsnoun	A hand-held device consisting of a series of lenses and prisms, used to magnify objects so that they can be better seen from a distance, and looked at through both eyes.
periscopenoun	A form of viewing device that allows the viewer to see things at a different height level and usually with minimal visibility.
gemininoun	(astrology) The zodiac sign for the twins, ruled by Mercury and covering May 22 – June 21 (tropical astrology) or June 16 – July 15 (sidereal astrology).
glassnoun	(usually uncountable) An amorphous solid, often transparent substance, usually made by melting silica sand with various additives (for most purposes, a mixture of soda, potash and lime is added).
windownoun	An opening, usually covered by one or more panes of clear glass, to allow light and air from outside to enter a building or vehicle.
snipernoun	A person using long-range small arms for precise attacks from a concealed position.
seatnoun	Something to be sat upon.
instrumentnoun	A device used to produce music.
spyglassnoun	A small portable telescope.
monocularnoun	Of any optical system suitable for use by one eye at a time.
catadioptric	(optics) Of or pertaining to optical systems that employ both reflective (catoptric) and refractive (dioptric) elements.
peepernoun	(colloquial, chiefly in the plural) The eye.
long glass	—
refractornoun	anything which refracts light, heat or sound
reflectornoun	Something which reflects heat, light or sound, especially something having a reflecting surface.
astrographnoun	(astronomy) A telescope designed and used for astronomical photography.
opticsnoun	(physics) The physics of light and vision: basic optical science.
ocularnoun	Of, or relating to the eye, or the sense of sight