tachistoscope

ta·chis·to·scope

an apparatus that exposes words, pictures, etc. for a measured fraction of a second, used to increase reading speed or to test memory, perception, etc.

Origin of tachistoscope

from Classical Greek tachistos, superlative of tachys, swift (see tachy-) + -scope

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tachistoscope

noun

An apparatus that projects a series of images onto a screen at rapid speed to test visual perception, memory, and learning.

Origin of tachistoscope

Greek takhistos superlative of takhus swift -scope

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ta·chis′to·scop′ic
adjective

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Noun

(plural tachistoscopes)

a device that displays a series of brief images; used by psychologists to investigate perception, memory and learning

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tachistoscope - Medical Definition

An apparatus that projects a series of images onto a screen at rapid speed to test visual perception, memory, and learning.

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ta·chis′to·scop′ic (-skŏp′ĭk)
adj.

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