telescope — an optical instrument designed to make distant objects appear nearer and larger
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an optical instrument designed to make distant objects appear nearer and larger
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈteləskoʊp/
Korean meaning: 멀리 있는 물체를 가깝고 크게 보이도록 하는 광학 기구, 망원경
Korean pronunciation: 텔-러-스코프 (강세: 텔)
Example Sentences
- My neighbor uses his telescope to spy on aliens, but he only finds his cat on the roof.
- The scientist discovered a new planet using a high-tech telescope.
- During the meteor shower, we set up our telescope in the backyard.
telescope
NOUN//ˈteləskoʊp//
an optical instrument designed to make distant objects appear nearer and larger
Making distant stars appear closer
Through the telescope's scope, we find new hope!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
그리스어에서 온 이 단어는 '멀리 보는 것'이라는 의미를 가지고 있습니다. 갈릴레이가 망원경을 개선한 17세기에 널리 사용되기 시작했습니다.
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📝Examples
“My neighbor uses his telescope to spy on aliens, but he only finds his cat on the roof.”
“The scientist discovered a new planet using a high-tech telescope.”
“During the meteor shower, we set up our telescope in the backyard.”
“He bought an expensive telescope but uses it mostly to watch his neighbor's barbecue party.”
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