Meaning of the word spyglass in English
What does spyglass mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
spyglass
US /ˈspaɪ.ɡlæs/
UK /ˈspaɪ.ɡlɑːs/
Noun
a small telescope, typically a monocular, used for viewing distant objects, especially at sea
Example:
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The pirate captain peered through his spyglass at the approaching ship.
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From the crow's nest, the lookout used a spyglass to spot land.