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theodolite Definition

the·odo·lite (t̸hē ädə līt′)

noun

a surveying instrument used to measure vertical and horizontal angles

Etymology: ModL theodelitus: prob. invented (c. 1571) by Leonard Digges, Eng mathematician

theodolite Related Forms
the·od′o·litic (-ə litik) adjective
theodolite Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • use: More realistically, the position of any parts of the cave reaching the surface can be compared against a surface survey using theodolites.
  • remove: Follow the steps below to remove the theodolite from its carrying case.

Adjective modifier

  • total: A total station theodolite was mounted on a tripod at the sun position.
  • simple: It is usually known now as the ' simple theodolite ' .
  • non-magnetic: The fluxgate sensor mounted on the telescope of a non-magnetic theodolite is used to detect when it is perpendicular to the magnetic field vector.

Modifies a noun

  • survey: This would produce a data set of 10 bearings, which could then be compared to a theodolite survey of the course.
  • measurement: Theodolite measurements of changes of azimuth and elevation and angular size are of great aid to the evaluation of reports.
  • operator: Shortly after the balloon was aloft west of the observation point, the theodolite operator swung his instrument rapidly to the east.
  • operation: If those personnel who normally wear eyeglasses can remove them during theodolite operations, they will obtain a greater field of view.
  • datum: The data was collated in a spreadsheet, and compared against the theodolite survey data.

Noun used with modifier

  • station: A total station theodolite was mounted on a tripod at the sun position.
  • laser: Setting up a fixed point on Leck Fell using laser theodolite.

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