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Definition of SEXTANT
Pronunciation : SEXTANT

noun : SEXTANT

Source:WordNet 3.1

  • 1. (

    ) a unit of angular distance equal to 60 degrees ;

  • 2. (

    ) a measuring instrument for measuring the angular distance between celestial objects; resembles an octant ;


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