opera glasses

"Opera glasses" are small binoculars designed for enhancing the viewing experience in theaters and other performance venues.

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Definition

(general)Compact binoculars used to see the stage more clearly during performances.

She brought her opera glasses to the theater to get a better view of the actors.

(technical)A pair of low-power binoculars designed for use in crowded settings to observe distant objects.

The ornate design of the opera glasses made them a popular choice among theatergoers.

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