telescopic
[/ˌtelɪˈskɒpɪk/]
adjective
telescópico
1. relating to or made with a telescope; designed to magnify distant objects
The telescopic lens allowed astronomers to observe distant galaxies.
A lente telescópica permitiu que os astrônomos observassem galáxias distantes.
2. capable of being extended or shortened by sliding one part into another, like the sections of a telescope
The ladder has telescopic legs that can be adjusted to different heights.
A escada tem pernas telescópicas que podem ser ajustadas a diferentes alturas.
3. able to see or perceive things from a great distance
With telescopic vision, the eagle spotted prey from miles away.
Com visão telescópica, a águia avistou a presa de quilômetros de distância.
4. arranged or occurring in a series of stages that overlap or compress
The company's growth followed a telescopic pattern, with rapid expansion over several years.
O crescimento da empresa seguiu um padrão telescópico, com expansão rápida durante vários anos.
The term 'telescopic' is used frequently in both American and Brazilian Portuguese contexts, particularly in scientific, technological, and military applications. In Brazil, it's commonly found in product descriptions for adjustable furniture and tools. The word maintains the same meaning across all Portuguese-speaking regions and is considered standard technical terminology.
Related Idioms & Phrases
telescopic vision - ability to see or understand things from great distances or with exceptional clarity
telescopic sight - a rifle scope or targeting device
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