magnifying glass

Plural

magnifying glasses

a glassy object that is capable of making small objects seem larger

The detective used a magnifying glass to examine the tiny clues left at the crime scene.
She held the magnifying glass over the map to read the small print more easily.
The children were fascinated by the magnifying glass, using it to look at insects in the garden.
He used a magnifying glass to inspect the fine details of the antique watch.
The jeweler relied on a magnifying glass to appraise the intricate designs on the ring.

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