altiscope

/ˈɔːltɪskəʊp, -skoʊp/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of surveying instrument, especially a type of theodolite with a telescope and a spirit level, used for measuring the height and distance of objects.

“The archaeologists used an altiscope to determine the height of the ancient structure.”

Synonyms

  • theodolite
  • transit

Antonyms

  • level
  • plumbline