Definition of Spherograph. Meaning of Spherograph. Synonyms of Spherograph

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Definition of Spherograph

Spherograph
Spherograph Spher"o*graph, n. [Sphere + -graph.] An instrument for facilitating the practical use of spherics in navigation and astronomy, being constructed of two cardboards containing various circles, and turning upon each other in such a manner that any possible spherical triangle may be readily found, and the measures of the parts read off by inspection.

Meaning of Spherograph from wikipedia

- HMS Worcester. Saxby was an instructor of steam engineers and inventor the "spherograph" for correcting the comp****, which he offered to ships. He taught at...