Phrase guide

simple microscope

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A microscope with only one lens.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

light microscope consisting of a single convex lens that is used to produce an enlarged image

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • the magnifying glass was invented by Roger Bacon in 1250

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: hand glass, magnifying glass

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: light microscope

Narrower terms: loupe, jeweler's loupe

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Translations

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  • Tagalog: payak na miksipat — Translations