telescopy

[tuh-les-kuh-pee]

noun

1. the use of the telescope.

2. telescopic investigation.

telescopy

/ tɪˈlɛskəpɪ /

noun

1. the branch of astronomy concerned with the use and design of telescopes

Other Word Forms

• telescopist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of telescopy¹

First recorded in 1860–65; telescope + -y ³

Example Sentences

Timekeeping precision at 1 part in 1018 enables new timing applications in relativistic geodesy, enhanced Earth- and space-based navigation and telescopy, and new tests of physics beyond the standard model.

From Science Magazine

Nor will the reader without reflection readily realize the enormous stride which was made in telescopy when the makers advanced from the twenty-seven-inch to the thirty-six-inch objective.

From Project Gutenberg