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Noun: octant  ók-tunt
  1. A measuring instrument for measuring angles to a celestial body; similar to a sextant but with 45 degree calibration

Derived forms: octants

Type of: measuring device, measuring instrument, measuring system

Encyclopedia: Octant

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