Meaning of the word theodolite in English

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theodolite

US /θiˈɑː.də.laɪt/
UK /θiˈɑː.də.laɪt/
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Noun

1.

a surveying instrument with a rotating telescope for measuring horizontal and vertical angles

Example:
The surveyor used a theodolite to measure the angles for the new road.
Modern theodolites often incorporate electronic components for greater precision.
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