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pantograph
pan·to·graph / ˈpantəˌgraf/ • n. 1. an instrument for copying a drawing or plan on a different scale by a system of hinged and jointed rods. 2. a jointed framework conveying a current to a train, streetcar, or other electric vehicle from overhead wires. DERIVATIVES: pan·to·graph·ic / ˌpantəˈgrafik/ adj. |
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"pantograph." The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English. 2009. Encyclopedia.com. 28 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. "pantograph." The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English. 2009. Encyclopedia.com. (May 28, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O999-pantograph.html "pantograph." The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English. 2009. Retrieved May 28, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O999-pantograph.html |
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pantograph
pantograph. An instrument, known since the 17th century, for copying a drawing or design, either same size or on a larger or smaller scale. By a simple system of levers, the outline of the original work traced with a point attached to one arm can be repeated on to another surface by a drawing instrument that is attached to another arm.
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IAN CHILVERS. "pantograph." The Oxford Dictionary of Art. 2004. Encyclopedia.com. 28 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. IAN CHILVERS. "pantograph." The Oxford Dictionary of Art. 2004. Encyclopedia.com. (May 28, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O2-pantograph.html IAN CHILVERS. "pantograph." The Oxford Dictionary of Art. 2004. Retrieved May 28, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O2-pantograph.html |
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pantograph
pantograph. An instrument, known since the 17th century, for copying a drawing or design, either same size or on a larger or smaller scale. By a simple system of levers, the outline of the original work traced with a point attached to one arm can be repeated on to another surface by a drawing instrument that is attached to another arm.
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IAN CHILVERS. "pantograph." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Art and Artists. 2003. Encyclopedia.com. 28 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. IAN CHILVERS. "pantograph." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Art and Artists. 2003. Encyclopedia.com. (May 28, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O3-pantograph.html IAN CHILVERS. "pantograph." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Art and Artists. 2003. Retrieved May 28, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O3-pantograph.html |
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T. F. HOAD. "pantograph." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology. 1996. Encyclopedia.com. 28 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. T. F. HOAD. "pantograph." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology. 1996. Encyclopedia.com. (May 28, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O27-pantograph.html T. F. HOAD. "pantograph." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology. 1996. Retrieved May 28, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O27-pantograph.html |
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