Meaning of the word spyglass in English

What does spyglass mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

spyglass

US /ˈspaɪ.ɡlæs/
UK /ˈspaɪ.ɡlæs/

Noun

1.

a small telescope (= a cylinder-shaped device for making objects that are far away look closer and larger, using a combination of lenses, or lenses and curved mirrors):

Example:
Through a spyglass, he saw a heavily defended fort.
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