field of view

noun phrase

Examples of field of view in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But despite the wonders of whizzing around the globe at 17,500 mph, experiencing a sunrise every 90 minutes and seeing entire continents in your field of view, space can get old. Christian Davenport, Washington Post, 26 July 2024 Nibbles stands 6 feet tall and uses motion tracking to spot and follow anyone who is unfortunate enough to enter his field of view. Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 26 July 2024 Athena will have a wider field of view than Chandra, but won't have Chandra's high-resolution imaging capability. Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 24 July 2024 The second-generation Arlo Video Doorbell, now 38% off, provides affordable, hassle-free wireless installation and sharp 2K video with a wide 180-degree field of view, providing a clear view of visitors from head to toe. Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 19 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for field of view 

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First Known Use

1763, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of field of view was in 1763

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“Field of view.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/field%20of%20view. Accessed 18 Aug. 2024.

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