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Collimator

A telescope arranged and used to determine errors of collimation, both vertical and horizontal.

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Scope 76% connected

That at which one aims; the thing or end to which the mind directs its view; that which is purposed to be reached or accomplished; hence, ultimate de…

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Telescope 76% connected

An optical instrument used in viewing distant objects, as the heavenly bodies.

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Collimate 74% connected

To render parallel to a certain line or direction; to bring into the same line, as the axes of telescopes, etc.; to render parallel, as rays of light.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Collimate 74% connected

To render parallel to a certain line or direction; to bring into the same line, as the axes of telescopes, etc.; to render parallel, as rays of light.

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Spectroscope 70% connected

An optical instrument for forming and examining spectra (as that of solar light, or those produced by flames in which different substances are volati…

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