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tachistoscope

Definition of tachistoscope

noun

  • an instrument used for exposing objects to the eye for a very brief measured period of time.

Derivatives

tachistoscopic

Pronunciation: /-ˈskɒpɪk/
adjective

tachistoscopically

adverb

Origin:

late 19th century: from Greek takhistos 'swiftest' + -scope

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Definition of tachistoscope in the US English dictionary
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