Graticule: meaning, definitions and examples
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graticule
[ ˈɡratɪkjuːl ]
mapping
A network of fine lines or wires in the focus of the eyepiece of an optical instrument used as a reticle or as a grid in telescopic sights.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The graticule in the microscope helped to accurately measure the specimen.
- The graticule in the telescope assisted in aiming at distant stars.
scientific
A network of parallels and meridians on a map or chart, forming a grid by which any position can be located with reference to the earth's surface.
Synonyms
coordinates, grid, latitude and longitude lines
Examples of usage
- The graticule on the map made it easier to pinpoint the exact location of the coordinates.
- The graticule on the chart helped sailors navigate the open sea.
Translations
Translations of the word "graticule" in other languages:
🇵🇹 retícula
🇮🇳 ग्रिड
🇩🇪 Gitter
🇮🇩 gratikul
🇺🇦 гратка
🇵🇱 siatka
🇯🇵 緯線網
🇫🇷 graticule
🇪🇸 retícula
🇹🇷 ızgara
🇰🇷 격자
🇸🇦 شبكة
🇨🇿 mřížka
🇸🇰 mriežka
🇨🇳 网格
🇸🇮 mreža
🇮🇸 rútur
🇰🇿 тор
🇬🇪 ქსელი
🇦🇿 şəbəkə
🇲🇽 retícula
Word origin
The word 'graticule' comes from the Latin word 'craticula', meaning a small gridiron, which was used in ancient Rome for grilling food. Over time, the term evolved to refer to a network of lines or wires used for various purposes, such as in optical instruments or mapping. The concept of graticules has been essential in fields like cartography and microscopy, aiding in precise measurements and location determinations.