Magnification Meaning
/ˌmæɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe act of magnifying; enlargement; exaggeration.
nounThe apparent enlargement of an object in an image, for example using a lens, or by zooming in on a computer.
Sentence Examples
This microscope has a 100X magnification.
What's the magnification of your telescope?
What magnification should I look for in binoculars for birdwatching?
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The biologist used a microscope with 1000x ____ to see the tiny bacteria.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The microscope provides a high level of ____, allowing us to see the tiny structures within a small cell.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English magnify English -ification English magnification From magnify + -ification.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The biologist used a microscope with 1000x ____ to see the tiny bacteria.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The microscope provides a high level of ____, allowing us to see the tiny structures within a small cell.