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hand glass

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: hand glass

1
 n
a mirror intended to be held in the hand
2
 n
light microscope consisting of a single convex lens that is used to produce an enlarged image
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: hand glass
1

n a mirror intended to be held in the hand

Synonyms:
hand mirror
Type of:
mirror
polished surface that forms images by reflecting light
2

n light microscope consisting of a single convex lens that is used to produce an enlarged image

Synonyms:
magnifying glass, simple microscope
Types:
jeweler's loupe, loupe
small magnifying glass (usually set in an eyepiece) used by jewelers and horologists
Type of:
light microscope
microscope consisting of an optical instrument that magnifies the image of an object
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