Meaning & Definition of word "Telescope"

Telescope

/ˈtɛlɪˌskoʊp/

1. An optical instrument designed to make distant objects appear nearer and larger, typically using lenses or mirrors.
- Example: Astronomers use a telescope to study the moons of Jupiter.
2. A device or instrument for observing distant celestial objects that typically consists of a long tube with a lens or mirror at one end.
- Example: The observatory was equipped with a powerful telescope for deep space exploration.
3. Any instrument or device designed to enlarge the appearance of distant objects.
- Example: The children pointed the telescope at the birds in the tree to get a better view.

1. To observe or examine something at a distance using a telescope.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: To zoom in on something.

● Example Sentence: I had to telescope that image to see the details.

Meaning: To shorten or condense information.

● Example Sentence: Can you telescope that report down to a summary?