bin·oc·u·lar
bə-ˈnä-kyə-lər 
bī-
bī-
1
: a binocular optical instrument
2
: a handheld optical instrument composed of two telescopes and a focusing device and usually having prisms to increase magnifying ability
—usually used in plural
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2025
The course will increase knowledge of North American bird species; bird habitat and anatomy; provide binocular basics; tips on using field guides and checklists; and ethics of birding.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2025
City News Service, Orange County Register, 12 Jan. 2025
Mars will rise in the eastern sky during the night, and can look a ruddy red color in telescopes and binoculars.
—Tariq Malik, Space.com, 11 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
The system includes binocular cameras on the hull for a 360-degree view that are connected to onboard processors that can recognize objects in and out of the water, and be able to react to current, wind, and other factors that impact boat handling.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2025
The course will increase knowledge of North American bird species; bird habitat and anatomy; provide binocular basics; tips on using field guides and checklists; and ethics of birding.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2025
Noun
Also missing are: — eight machine gun vehicle mounts;
— seven free-standing machine gun tripods;
— unspecified medical equipment;
— 40 pairs of binoculars; and
— 18 bayonets.
—City News Service, Orange County Register, 12 Jan. 2025
Mars will rise in the eastern sky during the night, and can look a ruddy red color in telescopes and binoculars.
—Tariq Malik, Space.com, 11 Jan. 2025
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“Binocular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/binocular. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.
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binocular
1 of 2 adjective
bin·oc·u·lar
bī-ˈnäk-yə-lər
bə-
: of, relating to, using, or adapted to the use of both eyes
binocular vision
binocular
2 of 2 noun
bin·oc·u·lar
bə-ˈnäk-yə-lər
bī-
1
: a binocular optical instrument
2
: a handheld instrument for seeing at a distance that consists of two telescopes, a focusing device, and usually prisms
—usually used in plural
a pair of binoculars
Medical Definition
binocular
1 of 2 adjective
bin·oc·u·lar
bī-ˈnäk-yə-lər, bə-
: of, relating to, using, or adapted to the use of both eyes
binocular vision
a binocular microscope
binocular
2 of 2 noun
bin·oc·u·lar
bə-ˈnäk-yə-lər, bī-
: a binocular optical instrument
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