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[はち(八)·ぶん(分)·ぎ(儀)]
hachibungi
noun

Root Words:

[はち(八) + ふん(分) + ぎ(儀)]
hachi + fun + gi

English Meaning(s) for 八分儀

noun
  1. octant (instrument)
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Definition and Synonyms for 八分儀

Octant a measuring instrument for measuring angles to a celestial body
Synonyms: 八分儀
Octant similar to a sextant but with 45 degree calibration
Synonyms: 八分儀

Meanings for each kanji in 八分儀

» eight; eight radical (no. 12)
» part; minute of time; segment; share; degree; one's lot; duty; understand; know; rate; 1%; chances; shaku/100
» ceremony; rule; affair; case; a matter

Categories 八分儀 is a member of

Measuring Device instrument that shows the extent or amount or quantity or degree of something
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