Meaning of the word reticle in English

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reticle

US /ˈrɛtɪkəl/
UK /ˈrɛtɪkəl/

Noun

a network of fine lines, dots, crosshairs, or wires in the eyepiece of an optical instrument, used as a measuring scale or an aiming aid

Example:
The sniper adjusted the reticle in his scope.
The microscope's eyepiece has a built-in reticle for measuring specimens.