magnifying glass

noun

1. a lens that produces an enlarged image of an object.

magnifying glass

noun

1. a convex lens used to produce an enlarged image of an object

Word History and Origins

Origin of magnifying glass¹

First recorded in 1655–65

Example Sentences

As Payne said: “It’s not simple to bring all this together because the organizing committee goes under the magnifying glass. The slightest issue gets exploded.”

From Los Angeles Times

Meta AI’s circle logo might still appear where the search magnifying glass used to be — and tapping on it will take you to the Meta AI field.

From Seattle Times

If you’ve ever seen a magnifying glass burn something, you have some idea of the power of focusing the sun’s energy.

From NewsForKids.net

“Do you have a magnifying glass?” she asked the saleswoman behind the counter, now examining a series of bracelets and chains for markings.

From Los Angeles Times

“Red Paint” was a true confessional, exploring trauma and how it shaped her with a magnifying glass held up to the most vulnerable parts of her childhood and adult life.

From Seattle Times