telescopic sight

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Refers to a sighting device, often mounted on a rifle, that uses a telescope to magnify distant targets.

telescopicADJECTIVE + NOUN

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sight

Examples (10)

  • The hunter carefully aimed through the telescopic sight.
  • He adjusted the telescopic sight for better accuracy.
  • A good telescopic sight can make a significant difference in shooting performance.
  • The sniper's rifle was fitted with an advanced telescopic sight.
  • She learned how to zero her telescopic sight at the firing range.
  • Many modern firearms come equipped with a telescopic sight.
  • Without a telescopic sight, hitting targets at long distances is extremely difficult.
  • He peered through the telescopic sight, focusing on the distant target.
  • The new telescopic sight offered impressive clarity and magnification.
  • Do you prefer a fixed or variable power telescopic sight?