🔭telescope

noun
/ˈtɛlɪˌskoʊp/

Meaning

An optical instrument used to make distant objects appear closer and larger by collecting and focusing light.

Example Sentences

The astronomer used a telescope to observe the distant planets.

Example Expressions

turn the telescope on

Synonyms

scope, spyglass, binoculars, glass

Antonyms

microscope, naked eye

Collocations

powerful telescope, optical telescope, space telescope, through a telescope

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