field glass
"Field glass" typically refers to portable binoculars used for observing distant objects outdoors.
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Definition
B2Outdoor Activities
(common, informal)Portable binoculars used for viewing distant objects during outdoor activities like bird watching or hiking.
Example
- She used her field glass to watch the birds from a distance.
C1Optics
(technical, academic)A small, portable optical device consisting of two aligned telescopes for viewing distant objects.
Example
- The scientist carried a field glass for better observation of the landscape.
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