stenopeic

/stenəˈpiːk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a stenope, especially in having a narrow slit or aperture.

“The stenopeic effect in the camera created an interesting distortion in the image.”

2. noun

A stenope, especially a device with a narrow slit or aperture for observing an object.

“The stenopeic was used by astronomers in the 18th century to observe distant stars.”

Synonyms

  • apertured
  • narrow
  • slit

Antonyms

  • open
  • wide