rangefinder
Britishnoun
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an instrument for determining the distance of an object from the observer, esp in order to sight a gun or focus a camera
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another word for tacheometer
Example Sentences
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A rangefinder is an instrument that can be used to help measure the distance to a target.
From BBC • Jul. 18, 2024
After collecting data about the tree’s width, Van Pelt grabbed his TruPulse 200X laser rangefinder to measure the height and crown spread, and the length of the longest branch.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 1, 2023
Leica says the new battery is 64 percent larger than the M10’s and can last for up to 700 shots using live view on the rear display or 1,700 shots when using the rangefinder.
From The Verge • Jan. 13, 2022
As the scientists dangled and took measurements using a device called a laser rangefinder, which reflects a laser beam to measure distance, they also had to contend with the elements.
From Washington Post • Dec. 23, 2020
At half-past three, or four hours and a half after the start, Jack found, by the help of the rangefinder, that the Rhinds boat led by a mile and an eighth.
From The Submarine Boys' Lightning Cruise The Young Kings of the Deep by Durham, Victor G.
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