blemmatrope

/ˌblɛməˈtrəʊp, ˌblɛməˈtrɒp/

Definitions

1. noun

A device that projects an image of a bright light onto a screen, used for entertainment or educational purposes in the 18th century.

“The blemmatrope was a precursor to the modern film projector.”

Synonyms

  • optical projector
  • peep show

Antonyms

  • display screen
  • projection device