Definition of «telescope»

A telescope is an optical instrument that aids in the observation and study of distant objects, such as stars or planets. It works by collecting light from these objects through a lens or mirror system and magnifying them to make them appear closer and larger than they would with the naked eye. Telescopes come in various sizes and types, ranging from small handheld models to large observatory-based instruments that can detect distant galaxies billions of light years away.

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I love stargazing, so I bought a powerful telescope to observe the planets and constellations.
When I was a child, my grandfather would take me camping and teach me how to use his antique telescope to spot different celestial bodies.
The astronomy club organized a workshop where they taught us how to assemble and calibrate a telescope for better sky observation.
During our vacation in the countryside, we enjoyed bird-watching using our handy telescope, which helped us spot rare species from a distance.
My friend is an avid hunter and uses a specialized sniper rifle with a built-in telescope to ensure accurate long-distance shots.

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The red woven theme continues onto the door cards and the tilt telescope steering wheel just like the various tones and finishes found on the dash and trim. (topspeed.com)
This last source of noise can be avoided by placing a radio telescope in space. (scientificamerican.com)
With a dish the size of 30 football fields, it will be the largest radio telescope in the world when it is completed in 2016. (businessinsider.com)
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Definition of «telescope»

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