liˈɒm noun
a telescope with a divided, adjustable objective, formerly used to measure small angular distances, as those between celestial bodies.
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heliometer (ˌhiːlɪˈɒmɪtə) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| a refracting telescope having a split objective lens that is used to determine very small angular distances between celestial bodies | |
| heliometric | |
| —adj | |
| helio'metrical | |
| —adj | |
| helio'metrically | |
| —adv | |
| heli'ometry | |
| —n | |
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