theodolite

Definitions

General Science

• noun an instrument formed of a telescope mounted in such a way that it can turn around, used for measuring angles

Construction

• An instrument used in precise surveying consisting of an alidade that is equipped with a telescope, a leveling device, and an accurately graduated horizontal circle. A theodolite may also have an accurately graduated vertical circle.

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Contexts for “theodolite”

2 definitions in context
• General Science
• Construction