lens (Meaning)
lens (n)
a transparent optical device used to converge or diverge transmitted light and to form images
genus of small erect or climbing herbs with pinnate leaves and small inconspicuous white flowers and small flattened pods: lentils
(metaphor) a channel through which something can be seen or understood
biconvex transparent body situated behind the iris in the eye; its role (along with the cornea) is to focus light on the retina
electronic equipment that uses a magnetic or electric field in order to focus a beam of electrons
lens (n.)
A piece of glass, or other transparent substance, ground with two opposite regular surfaces, either both curved, or one curved and the other plane, and commonly used, either singly or combined, in optical instruments, for changing the direction of rays of light, and thus magnifying objects, or otherwise modifying vision. In practice, the curved surfaces are usually spherical, though rarely cylindrical, or of some other figure.
Synonyms & Antonyms of lens
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lens Sentence Examples
- The camera's lens captured a stunning image of the starry night sky.
- The astronomer peered through the telescope's lens, searching for distant galaxies.
- The microscope's lens magnified the tiny cells, revealing their intricate structures.
- The magnifying lens helped the jeweler examine the intricate details of the gemstone.
- The eyeglasses corrected the man's vision, allowing him to see clearly through the bifocal lens.
- The contact lens rested comfortably on the surface of the eye, correcting the patient's nearsightedness.
- The camera's telephoto lens brought distant objects closer, capturing detailed images of wildlife in the African savannah.
- The fisheye lens distorted the image, creating a unique and artistic perspective.
- The sunglasses' polarized lens reduced glare and improved clarity, making them ideal for driving or spending time outdoors.
- The lens of the lighthouse emitted a powerful beam of light, guiding ships safely to shore.
FAQs About the word lens
a transparent optical device used to converge or diverge transmitted light and to form images, genus of small erect or climbing herbs with pinnate leaves and sm
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The camera's lens captured a stunning image of the starry night sky.
The astronomer peered through the telescope's lens, searching for distant galaxies.
The microscope's lens magnified the tiny cells, revealing their intricate structures.
The magnifying lens helped the jeweler examine the intricate details of the gemstone.
