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caléidoscope — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • kaleidoscope noun A tube-shaped toy that uses mirrors and loose coloured pieces to create shifting, symmetrical patterns when you look through it and turn it.

Senses

caléidoscope is used for these senses in English:

  • kaleidoscope An instrument consisting of a tube containing mirrors and loose, colourful beads or other objects; when the tube is looked into and rotated, a succession of symmetrical designs can be seen. [from 1817]

kaleidoscope — full definition

  1. noun A tube-shaped toy that uses mirrors and loose coloured pieces to create shifting, symmetrical patterns when you look through it and turn it.
  2. noun A constantly shifting mix of colours, impressions, or experiences.

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