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The correct spelling is pantos.
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noun
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The correct spelling is pantos. A mechanical linkage based on parallelograms causing two objects to move in parallel; notably as a drawing aid. For example: "A pantograph can be adjusted to make either scaled or exact copies."
Usage Examples
“A pantograph can be adjusted to make either scaled or exact copies.”
“I was impressed by the quality of the pantograph; I hadn't noticed it on the original, but the copies were covered in unpleasant lines.”
Definition
noun
- 1.A mechanical linkage based on parallelograms causing two objects to move in parallel; notably as a drawing aid.
- 2.By extension, a structure of crosswise bars linked in such a way that it can extend and compress like an accordion, such as in a pantograph mirror or a scissor lift.
- 3.A pattern printed on a document to reduce the ease of photocopying.
- 4.A similarly-formed conductive device, now usually Z-shaped, that collects electric current from overhead lines for trains and trams.
- 5.A Classical comic actor, especially one who works mainly through gesture and mime.
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