Astrolabe (en. Astrolabe)

/as.tʁo.lab/

Synonyms

  • astrolabe planisphérique
  • instrument astronomique
  • sphère armillaire

Slang Meanings

A term referring to complex astronomical calculations.
He made an astrolabe to estimate the trajectory of comets.
Il a fait un astrolabe pour estimer la trajectoire des comètes.
Used humorously to refer to lost navigators.
Look at that guy, he needs an astrolabe to find his way.
Regarde ce gars, il a besoin d'un astrolabe pour retrouver son chemin.