substage

[ suhb-steyj ]

noun
  1. the component part of a microscope below the stage, for supporting a condenser, mirror, or other accessories.

Origin of substage

1
First recorded in 1855–60; sub- + stage

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substage

/ (ˈsʌbˌsteɪdʒ) /


noun
  1. the part of a microscope below the stage, usually consisting of an adjustable assembly holding a condenser lens for illuminating the specimen

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