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Noun: simple microscope  'sim-pul 'mI-kru`skowp
  1. Light microscope consisting of a single convex lens that is used to produce an enlarged image
    "the simple microscope was invented by Roger Bacon in 1250"
    - hand glass, magnifying glass

Derived forms: simple microscopes

Type of: light microscope

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