PERISCOPIC

Etymology

Adjective

periscopic (not comparable)

Relating to periscopes and their use.

Synonyms

• periscopical

Source: Wiktionary


Per`i*scop"ic, a. Etym: [Cf. F. périscopique.]

Definition: Viewing all around, or on all sides. Periscopic spectacles (Opt.), spectacles having concavo-convex or convexo-concave lenses with a considerable curvature corresponding to that of the eye, to increase the distinctness of objects viewed obliquely.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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