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Magnifying Glass

A magnifying glass is a simple optical device used to visually enlarge small objects that are difficult to see with the naked eye. It consists of a convex lens that is held in a frame, usually with a handle.

Senses:

1. Noun: a handheld lens used to magnify objects
2. Verb: to inspect or examine something closely

Usage:

1. Noun:

Example Sentence 1: I could barely read the tiny print, so I used a magnifying glass to study the details.

Example Sentence 2: The detective carefully examined the evidence using a magnifying glass.

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2. Verb:

Example Sentence 1: She magnifying glassed the intricate pattern on the butterfly's wing.

Example Sentence 2: The jeweler magnifying glassed the diamond ring to spot any imperfections.

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