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Theodolite

An instrument used, especially in trigonometrical surveying, for the accurate measurement of horizontal angles, and also usually of vertical angles. It is variously constructed.

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Alidade 70% connected

The portion of a graduated instrument, as a quadrant or astrolabe, carrying the sights or telescope, and showing the degrees cut off on the arc of th…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Transit 92% connected

The act of passing; passage through or over.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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