semilens

/sɛmɪlɛnz/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a half-lens or half-glass.

“The old, antique telescope featured a semilens design that was unique for its time.”

2. noun

A type of lens or optical component with a half-glass or half-lens design.

“The semilens was used in various optical instruments, including microscopes and telescopes.”

Synonyms

  • half-glass
  • half-lens

Antonyms

  • full-glass
  • full-lens