PERISCOPE
periscope
(noun) an optical instrument that provides a view of an otherwise obstructed field
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
periscope (plural periscopes)
A form of viewing device that allows the viewer to see things at a different height level and usually with minimal visibility.
(obsolete): A general or comprehensive view.
Verb
periscope (third-person singular simple present periscopes, present participle periscoping, simple past and past participle periscoped)
(intransitive) To rise and peer around, in the manner of a periscope.
(transitive or intransitive, Internet) To broadcast live video stream using Periscope app via phone or tablet.
Anagrams
• pericopes
Source: Wiktionary
Per"i*scope, n. Etym: [Pref. peri- + -scope.]
Definition: A general or comprehensive view. [R.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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