Telescope

/ˈtɛlɪˌskoʊp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An optical instrument designed to make distant objects appear nearer and larger, typically using lenses or mirrors.

Astronomers use a telescope to study the moons of Jupiter.

A device or instrument for observing distant celestial objects that typically consists of a long tube with a lens or mirror at one end.

The observatory was equipped with a powerful telescope for deep space exploration.

Any instrument or device designed to enlarge the appearance of distant objects.

The children pointed the telescope at the birds in the tree to get a better view.

verb

To observe or examine something at a distance using a telescope.

He telescoped the distant mountain range to locate the best hiking trails.

From Greek 'tele' meaning 'far off' and 'skopein' meaning 'to look or see'.

looking through a telescope

To examine or observe something closely, especially distant objects.

telescope effect

The phenomenon where distant objects appear larger and closer.

space telescope

A telescope located in space to observe astronomical objects without atmospheric interference.

astronomy

The scientific study of celestial bodies.

astrophysics

The branch of astronomy concerned with the physical properties and behavior of celestial bodies.

optics

The branch of physics that studies the behavior of light.

To zoom in on something.

I had to telescope that image to see the details.

To shorten or condense information.

Can you telescope that report down to a summary?