Telescope ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Telescope ( noun )

1. An instrument consisting of one or more curved mirrors or lenses that reflect or refract light, used to observe distant objects.
2. A device used to magnify the appearance of distant objects.
3. A tube-like instrument that uses lenses or mirrors to make distant objects appear closer.

Origin:

The word telescope is derived from the greek words "tele" meaning far and "skopein" meaning to look or see, which literally means to see far.

Examples:

1. He looks at the stars through a telescope.
2. The telescope allows scientists to observe distant galaxies.
3. The telescope is an important tool for astronomers.
4. She used a telescope to look at the faraway planet.
5. The telescope was invented in the early 17th century and has been widely used in astronomy.

(As a verb)

Telescope ( verb )

1. An instrument consisting of one or more curved mirrors or lenses that reflect or refract light, used to observe distant objects.
2. A device used to magnify the appearance of distant objects.
3. A tube-like instrument that uses lenses or mirrors to make distant objects appear closer.

Origin:

The word telescope is derived from the greek words "tele" meaning far and "skopein" meaning to look or see, which literally means to see far.

Examples:

1. He looks at the stars through a telescope.
2. The telescope allows scientists to observe distant galaxies.
3. The telescope is an important tool for astronomers.
4. She used a telescope to look at the faraway planet.
5. The telescope was invented in the early 17th century and has been widely used in astronomy.