noun
1. a mirror intended to be held in the hand
• Syn: ↑hand mirror
• Hypernyms: ↑mirror
2. light microscope consisting of a single convex lens that is used to produce an enlarged image
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the magnifying glass was invented by Roger Bacon in 1250
• Syn: ↑simple microscope, ↑magnifying glass
• Hypernyms: ↑light microscope
• Hyponyms: ↑loupe, ↑jeweler's loupe
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noun1. : a small mirror with a handle
2. : a 14-second or 28-second sandglass used in timing the running out of a nautical log line
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1. a small mirror with a handle.
2. See hand lens.
[1780-90]
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hand glass noun
1. A glass or glazed frame to protect plants
2. A mirror or a magnifying glass with a handle
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Main Entry: ↑hand
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hand glass,
1. a small mirror with a handle.
2. a magnifying glass held in the hand in reading.
3. a framework of glass for protecting plants.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.