hand glass
Noun
Meaning
light microscope consisting of a single convex lens that is used to produce an enlarged image
a mirror intended to be held in the hand
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hand-glass
Synonyms
magnifying glass
simple microscope
hand mirror
looking-glass
magnifier
speculum
eyeglass
loupe
glass
lens
mirror
reflector
imager
cheval glass
gaper
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the magnifying glass was invented by Roger Bacon in 1250