Etymology

oroheliograph

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Today it means: A camera for obtaining a circular panoramic view of the horizon. The photographic plate is placed horizontally with a vertical lens above. A specially-shaped mirror reflects light from the entire horizon to the lens, by means of which it is focused upon the plate. Full definition →

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The story

From oro- (“mountain”) + heliograph, from Ancient Greek word for "mountain".

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