Akademik

1. noun /ˈtɛləskəʊp,ˈtɛl.ɪ.skoʊp/

a) A monocular optical instrument possessing magnification for observing distant objects, especially in astronomy.

b) Any instrument used in astronomy for observing distant objects (such as a radio telescope).

2. verb /ˈtɛləskəʊp,ˈtɛl.ɪ.skoʊp/

To extend or contract in the manner of a telescope.