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substage

[ suhb-steyj ]
/ ˈsʌbˌsteɪdʒ /
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noun
the component part of a microscope below the stage, for supporting a condenser, mirror, or other accessories.
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Origin of substage

First recorded in 1855–60; sub- + stage
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British Dictionary definitions for substage

substage
/ (ˈsʌbˌsteɪdʒ) /

noun
the part of a microscope below the stage, usually consisting of an adjustable assembly holding a condenser lens for illuminating the specimen
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