opeidoscope

noun

opei·​do·​scope

ōˈpīdəˌskōp

: an instrument consisting essentially of a tube across one end of which is stretched a thin flexible membrane bearing a small mirror and used for exhibiting upon a screen by rays reflected from the mirror vibratory motions caused by sounds

Word History

Etymology

Greek opa (accusative) voice + eidos form + English -scope

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