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Reticle Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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reticle

ret-i-cle

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

aiming device

A reticle is a grid or pattern placed in the eyepiece of a scope or other optical instrument to help with aiming.

Synonyms

crosshair, grid, targeting reticle.

Examples of usage

  • The sniper adjusted the reticle before taking the shot.
  • The reticle on the telescope made it easier to locate stars in the night sky.

Translations

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Quick facts about “reticle”

Reticle is a 3-syllable noun (ret-i-cle). On finesentence.com it has 1 meaning, 3 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #32,718 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'reticle'

The word 'reticle' originated from the Latin word 'reticulum', meaning a small net. It was first used in the early 20th century to describe the grid-like pattern used in optical instruments for aiming. The reticle has since become an essential component in scopes, telescopes, and other devices for precision targeting.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,718 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.