Binocular ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Binocular ( adjective )

1. Using or designed for use with both eyes.
2. Able to see with both eyes.

Origin:

Late latin binoculus having two eyes, from latin bini two + oculus eye.

Examples:

1. She had binocular vision, and could see the target clearly with both eyes.
2. Binocular telescopes allow the observer to see a 3-D image.
3. Binoculars are a useful tool for bird watching and other outdoor activities.
4. Many binocular microscope designs are available for different applications.
5. A binocular microscope is an optical instrument consisting of two identical or mirror-symmetrical telescopes, mounted side-by-side and aligned to point accurately in the same direction.

(As a noun)

Binocular ( noun )

1. Using or designed for use with both eyes.
2. Able to see with both eyes.

Origin:

Late latin binoculus having two eyes, from latin bini two + oculus eye.

Examples:

1. She had binocular vision, and could see the target clearly with both eyes.
2. Binocular telescopes allow the observer to see a 3-D image.
3. Binoculars are a useful tool for bird watching and other outdoor activities.
4. Many binocular microscope designs are available for different applications.
5. A binocular microscope is an optical instrument consisting of two identical or mirror-symmetrical telescopes, mounted side-by-side and aligned to point accurately in the same direction.