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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

rangefinder

/ˈrændʒfaɪndər/ noun · British & US
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What does rangefinder mean?

noun

A device used to measure the distance to an object, typically by emitting a beam of light or other form of electromagnetic radiation and measuring the time it takes for the beam to return.

Example

"The golfer used a rangefinder to determine the distance to the green."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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