nontelescopic
Definition
Adjective 1. Not capable of telescoping or being extended and retracted: Describes an object, mechanism, or part that is fixed in length and does not consist of sliding sections. 2. Not related to or viewed through a telescope: Describes something that is not connected to the use, function, or characteristics of an optical telescope.
Usage and Examples
- The nontelescopic legs of the tripod make it very sturdy but less portable.
- For casual stargazing, she preferred the nontelescopic, naked-eye view of the constellations.
- This ladder is nontelescopic, so you cannot adjust its length.
Advanced Usage
- In Engineering/Design: Used to specify a fixed, one-piece construction versus a collapsible one. "The design called for a nontelescopic boom on the crane for maximum rigidity."
- In Astronomy/Observation: Can describe observations or data not gathered via telescopic means. "The study included nontelescopic historical records of supernovae."
Variants and Related Words
- Nontelescoping (adj.): Often used interchangeably with "nontelescopic," particularly when describing mechanical function. "A nontelescoping antenna."
- Fixed-length (adj.): A common synonym in mechanical contexts.
- Rigid (adj.): Emphasizes the lack of adjustable sections.
- Telescopic (adj.): The direct antonym, meaning capable of sliding sections or related to a telescope.
Synonyms
- Fixed
- Non-collapsible
- Non-extendable
- One-piece
- Solid
Antonyms
- Telescopic
- Telescoping
- Extendable
- Collapsible
- Retractable
Adjective
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not telescopic
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