substage

[ suhb-steyj ]

noun

1. the component part of a microscope below the stage, for supporting a condenser, mirror, or other accessories.

substage

/ ˈsʌbˌsteɪdʒ /

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of substage¹

First recorded in 1855–60; sub- + stage

Example Sentences

The shape of the aperture is a not unimportant point; it should be square to allow of free movement over the substage condenser.

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If it no longer occupies the centre of the field, alter the angle of the substage mirror until it does.

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Remove the substage condenser and replace it by the dark ground condenser.

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The lower substage (Clevedonian) is well displayed near Clevedon in Somerset.

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Adjust the substage mirror so that the light is reflected upward.

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