What is another word for spyglass?

Pronunciation: [spˈa͡ɪɡlas] (IPA)

Spyglass, also known as a telescope, is an optical device that allows users to view distant objects. The word spyglass has some synonyms including binoculars, monocular, scope, periscope, and field glasses. Binoculars are handheld devices with two lenses that users hold to each eye to see distant images. Monocular is a single-barrel shaped optical device that consists of one lens and one eyepiece. Scope is used to refer to a telescopic sight used for aiming a firearm. Periscope is an optical instrument used for viewing objects from a concealed position. Field glasses are binoculars designed for use in outdoor field activities.

What are the hypernyms for Spyglass?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Spyglass

But few of the watch below turned in, every spyglass on board being turned towards the chase.
"Won from the Waves"
W.H.G. Kingston
Why, I had to look straight up, then sidewise, and then straight up again, and that bends your sight about so as you couldn't even do anything with a spyglass."
"The Master of the Ceremonies"
George Manville Fenn
Bob Ledbury, hand me the spyglass.
"Fighting the Whales"
R.M. Ballantyne

Famous quotes with Spyglass

  • And some look through a broken spyglass onto the horizon in search for gold
    Ahmed Korayem

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