meridian circle
a transit instrument provided with a graduated vertical scale, used to measure the declinations of heavenly bodies and to determine the time of meridian transits.
Origin of meridian circle
1- Also called circle, transit circle, transit instrument.
Words Nearby meridian circle
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How to use meridian circle in a sentence
Through a slot in this post passes a graduated meridian circle within which the globe ball revolves.
Terrestrial and Celestial Globes Vol II | Edward Luther StevensonThe meridian circle of iron, likewise, is not graduated, and like the wooden base is not a part of the original mounting.
Terrestrial and Celestial Globes Vol II | Edward Luther StevensonThrough this horizon circle passes an adjustable meridian circle 39 cm.
Terrestrial and Celestial Globes Vol II | Edward Luther StevensonIts meridian circle is a comparatively recent and very clumsy substitute of wood for the original which doubtless was of brass.
Terrestrial and Celestial Globes Vol II | Edward Luther StevensonThe meridian circle of wood, within which the sphere is made to revolve, is graduated.
Terrestrial and Celestial Globes Vol II | Edward Luther Stevenson
British Dictionary definitions for meridian circle
an instrument used in astronomy for determining the declination and right ascension of stars. It consists of a telescope attached to a graduated circle
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