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Meaning of diopter sight

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

diopter

noun

Definitions

  1. A unit of measure of the power of a lens or mirror, equal to the reciprocal of its focal length in meters. Myopia is diagnosed and measured in diopters.

  2. The dioptre adjustment mechanism of a pair of binoculars.

  3. Any lens system, such as a telescope.

  4. A theodolite or similar surveyor’s angle measuring device.