Newtonian reflector

Other forms: Newtonian reflectors

Definitions of Newtonian reflector
  1. noun
    reflecting telescope in which the image is viewed through an eyepiece perpendicular to main axis
    synonyms: Newtonian telescope
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    type of:
    reflecting telescope, reflector
    optical telescope consisting of a large concave mirror that produces an image that is magnified by the eyepiece
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