uranoscope

/jʊːrəˈnɒskəʊp/

Definitions

1. noun

A hypothetical instrument for navigating or determining one’s position on the surface of the Moon or other celestial body by means of a telescope and a system of lenses or prisms that rotate in synchronization with the Earth’s rotation.

“The astronaut relied on the uranoscope to navigate the lunar terrain.”

Synonyms

  • navigational instrument
  • telescope

Antonyms

  • compass