sighting device

ˈsaɪtɪŋ dɪˈvaɪs

Definition

Definition of sighting device - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

technology

TECH.

instrument used to line up aim or view on a chosen target

TECH.

The rifle's sighting device was damaged and needed to be replaced.
The surveyor adjusted the tripod and sighting device carefully.
Pilots rely on a head-up sighting device during night landings.

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Expressions with device

cleaning device

tool or machine for removing dirt or dust

The vacuum cleaner is a popular cleaning device.

electronic device

gadget with electronic components

The electronic device stopped working after it got wet.

exercise device

equipment designed for physical activity and fitness

The gym has a new exercise device for cardio workouts.

measuring device

instrument used to determine size, amount, or degree

The ruler is a simple measuring device.

memory device

technique to help remember information

Using acronyms is a common memory device for students.

smart device

electronic item that can process data and connect to networks

Her smart device tracks sleep and sends alerts.

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navigation

sighting device with a compass for measuring bearings

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French:dispositif de visée, ...
German:Zielvorrichtung, ...
Italian:dispositivo di mira, ...
Spanish:mira, ...
Portuguese:dispositivo de mira, ...
Chinese:瞄准装置, ...
Japanese:照準装置, ...
Arabic:جِهَاز تَسْدِيد, ...
Hebrew:כּוֹוֶנֶת, ...
Russian:прицел, ...
Ukrainian:приціл, ...
Hindi:निशाना साधने का यंत्र, ...
Bengali:নিশানার যন্ত্র, ...
Catalan:mira, ...
Czech:zaměřovací zařízení, ...
Danish:sigte, ...
Dutch:richtvizier, ...
Greek:σκοπευτικό όργανο, ...
Hungarian:irányzék, ...
Khmer:ឧបករណ៍តម្រង់គោលដៅ, ...
Korean:조준 장치, ...
Persian:دستگاه نشانه‌روی, ...
Polish:urządzenie celownicze, ...
Portuguese (BR):mira, ...
Romanian:dispozitiv de ochire, ...
Swedish:sikte, ...
Thai:อุปกรณ์เล็งเป้า, ...
Turkish:nişangâh, ...
Vietnamese:thiết bị ngắm, ...

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