telescope

UK
/ˈtɛlɪskəʊp/
US
/ˈtɛlɪskoʊp/

Translations

telescopenoun
telescopes
pl
UK
/ˈtɛlɪskəʊp/
US
/ˈtɛlɪskoʊp/
The astronomer used a telescope to observe the stars.
Астроном использовал телескоп, чтобы наблюдать за звездами.
Synonyms
optical instrument
long-range viewer
telescopeverb
telescoped
Past Simple
telescoped
Past Participle
telescoping
Gerund
UK
/ˈtelɪskəʊp/
US
/ˈtelɪskoʊp/
The antenna can telescope to reach a greater height.
Антенна может раздвигаться, чтобы достичь большей высоты.
The metal rod can telescope to fit into the small space.
Металлический стержень может сжиматься, чтобы поместиться в небольшое пространство.
Additional translations
telescopeadjective
more telescope
Comp.
most telescope
Super.
Used attributively before another noun to indicate relation to a telescope.

Definitions

telescopenoun
An instrument designed to observe distant objects by collecting and focusing electromagnetic radiation—such as visible light, radio waves, or X-rays—thereby making them appear nearer.
The astronomer used a telescope to observe the stars and planets.
A cylindrical device that can be extended or collapsed, often used in various tools or instruments.
The surveyor extended the telescope on his tripod to get a better view of the landscape.
telescopeverb
To slide or cause to slide into itself, making it shorter or more compact.
The engineer designed the antenna to telescope into itself for easy storage.
To compress or condense something in time or space.
The director decided to telescope the events of the novel into a two-hour film.
To become compressed or condensed, often in a way that causes damage or destruction.
The cars telescoped into each other during the massive pile-up on the highway.
telescopeadjective
Relating to or intended for a telescope.
The telescope mount must be precisely aligned.