Definition of stereoscope
: an optical instrument with two eyepieces for helping the observer to combine the images of two pictures taken from points of view a little way apart and thus to get the effect of solidity or depth
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THE STEREOPOD Combine two iPod photos (synced to the same image) and an antique stereoscope for a 3-D view.
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First Known Use of stereoscope
STEREOSCOPE Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of stereoscope for English Language Learners
: a device that is used for viewing stereoscopic images
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