substage

American  

[suhb-steyj] / ˈsʌbˌsteɪdʒ /

noun

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

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substage British  

/ 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

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Etymology

Origin of substage

First recorded in 1855–60; sub- + stage

Example Sentences

A play in two parts required twice as much time to rehearse; the show’s elaborate illusions required significant substage mechanics and extra training.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 14, 2018

Aside from Marion, none knows of Steiner's substage presence.

From Time Magazine Archive

Complete sets can be rolled on, revolved, or lowered into a cavernous substage in a matter of minutes.

From Time Magazine Archive

It is held in a spring-sleeve and the substage can be raised and lowered by lateral screw, or may be swung to one side.

From Microscopes and Accessory Apparatus Catalogue No. 40 by Leitz, Ernst

In a similar manner Professor Chamberlin and other American geologists have recognized the following stages in the glaciation of North America: The Champlain, marine substage.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 1 "Gichtel, Johann" to "Glory" by Various