stroboscope Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun scientific instrument that provides a flashing light synchronized with the periodic movement of an object; can make moving object appear stationary
strobe; strobe light.
WordNet
Strob"o*scope noun
Etymology
Gr. a whirling +Definitions
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An instrument for studying or observing the successive phases of a periodic or varying motion by means of light which is periodically interrupted. -
An optical toy similar to the phenakistoscope. See Phenakistoscope .
