Definitions

1. noun

A type of optical prism that is large in size and refracts light at a wide angle, often used in scientific instruments.

“The scientists used a macroprism to split and analyze the white light into its individual colors.”

2. noun

In photography, a macroprism is an optical system that combines a lens and a prism to create a high-magnification image of a small subject.

“The photographer used a macroprism to capture the intricate details of the butterfly’s wings.”