Cross Hair Definition

noun
Either of two fine strands of wire crossed in the focus of the eyepiece of an optical instrument and used as a calibration or sighting reference.
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Synonyms:
  • cross wire

Cross Hair Sentence Examples

  • A cross-hair, in the focal plane of an eyepiece, is then moved horizontally until it coincides with the line in question.

  • The slit is narrowed down to the desired width, and moved as a whole by a micrometer screw, until it coincides with the cross-hair.

  • A second benefit is that a cross-hair cursor fully extends into the margins.

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