alidades

[US]/əˈlɪdeɪd/
[UK]/əˈlaɪdeɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A sighting instrument used for measuring angles or distances in surveying, navigation, and forestry.

Example Sentences

the surveyor used an alidade to measure angles.

a nautical alidade is used for navigation at sea.

the alidade helped the astronomer determine the position of stars.

he adjusted the alidade to get a clear reading.

the alidade is an essential tool for surveying land.

the alidade consists of a graduated scale and a sighting device.

an alidade can be used to measure distances indirectly.

the alidade is a simple but effective tool for measuring angles.

he pointed the alidade at the distant target.

the surveyor used an alidade to mark the boundary line.

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