| hand glass n. 1. A small magnifying glass held in the hand. 2. A mirror with a handle. |
hand glass
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1. (Physics / General Physics) a magnifying glass with a handle
2. a small mirror with a handle
3. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Agriculture) a small glazed frame for seedlings or plants
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| Noun | 1. |  hand glass - a mirror intended to be held in the handmirror - polished surface that forms images by reflecting light |
| 2. |  hand glass - light microscope consisting of a single convex lens that is used to produce an enlarged image; "the magnifying glass was invented by Roger Bacon in 1250"light microscope - microscope consisting of an optical instrument that magnifies the image of an object jeweler's loupe, loupe - small magnifying glass (usually set in an eyepiece) used by jewelers and horologists |
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