(definition) by Webster 1913 Tue Dec 21 1999 at 22:58:40

Dem"i*cir`cle (?), n. [Cf. F. demi-cercle.]

An instrument for measuring angles, in surveying, etc. It resembles protractor, but has an alidade, sights, and a compass.

 

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