Simple meaning
What does Telescope mean?
A telescope is a tool for seeing faraway space objects.
Dictionary definition
Telescope means a tool used to see faraway objects, especially in space.
Example sentences
Telescope in a sentence
easy
In science class, we learned what telescope means.
medium
The reading passage used telescope to explain an Earth and space science idea.
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During a classroom model activity, using telescope correctly made our explanation more precise.
Synonyms
Words like Telescope
viewing instrumentRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
scopeRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
sky viewerRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
microscopeHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
near-view lensHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Telescope word family
Base word
telescope
noun
telescope
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does telescope mean?
Telescope means a telescope is a tool for seeing faraway space objects.
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