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Definition of rangefinder

rangefinder

/ˈreɪndʒˌfaɪn.dɚ/
range · find · er
Plural:rangefinders
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rangefinder Lexical Profile

rangefinder Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An optical, acoustic, or laser instrument used in surveying, navigation, photography, and sports to measure the distance from the observer to a remote object.

Example

"The golfer used a laser rangefinder to determine the exact yardage to the flagstick before selecting a club."

2

A type of camera equipped with an optical dual-image focusing mechanism that allows the photographer to align two superimposed images in the viewfinder to achieve sharp focus.

Example

"Street photographers often favor a compact rangefinder because its quiet shutter and clear viewfinder allow for unobtrusive shooting."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Rangefinder. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/rangefinder
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