Crosshair: meaning, definitions and examples

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crosshair

[ ˈkrɒsˌhɛər ]

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aiming

A fine cross-shaped wire or pattern in the focal plane of the eyepiece of an optical instrument, used as a reference point or measuring scale.

Synonyms

reticle, sightline, targeting mark

Examples of usage

The sniper adjusted the crosshair on his scope before taking the shot.
The crosshair on the radar screen helped the pilot navigate through the storm.
She focused on aligning the crosshair with the target before firing.

Translations

Translations of the word "crosshair" in other languages:

🇵🇹 retículo

mira
ponto de mira

🇮🇳 क्रॉसहेयर

🇩🇪 Fadenkreuz

🇮🇩 garis bidik

🇺🇦 перехрестя

🇵🇱 krzyżyk celowniczy

🇯🇵 照準線

🇫🇷 réticule

🇪🇸 retícula

punto de mira
mira

🇹🇷 nişangah

🇰🇷 조준선

🇸🇦 شبكة التصويب

🇨🇿 záměrný kříž

🇸🇰 zameriavací kríž

🇨🇳 十字线

🇸🇮 križec

🇮🇸 krosshár

🇰🇿 көздеу сызығы

🇬🇪 სამიზნე ხაზები

🇦🇿 nişan alma nöqtəsi

🇲🇽 retícula

punto de mira
mira

Word origin

The term 'crosshair' originated in the mid-19th century, combining 'cross' and 'hair' to describe the fine lines used for aiming in optical instruments. Originally used in telescopes and microscopes, the crosshair has since become a common feature in various sighting devices, such as riflescopes, binoculars, and cameras.