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单词 reticle
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Definition of reticle in English:

reticle

noun ˈrɛtɪk(ə)lˈrɛdək(ə)l
  • A series of fine lines or fibres in the eyepiece of an optical device, such as a telescope or microscope, or on the screen of an oscilloscope, used as a measuring scale or an aid in locating objects.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • The rifle sent forth an azure beam of energy that pierced the hologram cleanly where the reticle had been; the target disappeared and registered a hit.
    • Even autocollimators with micrometer-driven reticles used with averaged multiple readings require a skilled operator to achieve accurate, repeatable results.
    • In fact, the extremely complex reticles that will be required to extend optical lithography below 100 nm will make the cost of ownership impractical for low-volume applications.
    • With the default set up, your vehicle will align itself to manoeuvre to wherever you aim the targeting reticle with the mouse, while the keyboard controls forward and reverse propulsion.
    • Several different reticles are available that are tailored to the type of long range shooting envisioned.

Origin

Mid 18th century: from Latin reticulum 'net'.

Rhymes

alphabetical, arithmetical, heretical, hypothetical, metathetical, metical, parenthetical, poetical, prophetical, synthetical, theoretical
 
 

Definition of reticle in US English:

reticle

nounˈrɛdək(ə)lˈredək(ə)l
  • A series of fine lines or fibers in the eyepiece of an optical device, such as a telescope or microscope, or on the screen of an oscilloscope, used as a measuring scale or an aid in locating objects.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Even autocollimators with micrometer-driven reticles used with averaged multiple readings require a skilled operator to achieve accurate, repeatable results.
    • Several different reticles are available that are tailored to the type of long range shooting envisioned.
    • In fact, the extremely complex reticles that will be required to extend optical lithography below 100 nm will make the cost of ownership impractical for low-volume applications.
    • The rifle sent forth an azure beam of energy that pierced the hologram cleanly where the reticle had been; the target disappeared and registered a hit.
    • With the default set up, your vehicle will align itself to manoeuvre to wherever you aim the targeting reticle with the mouse, while the keyboard controls forward and reverse propulsion.

Origin

Mid 18th century: from Latin reticulum ‘net’.

 
 
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