Definition

A tube-shaped device that creates beautiful, changing patterns of colors and shapes when you look through it, often made with mirrors and colored glass pieces inside.

Example

The children were fascinated by the colorful patterns in the kaleidoscope.

Conversation

Have you ever looked through a kaleidoscope?

Yeah, it’s amazing how the colors change!

I love how it creates such intricate patterns with just a twist.

Exactly! It’s like a little world of art in your hands.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Kaleidoscope → It is formed from "kalos" (meaning beautiful), "eidos" (meaning form or shape), and "skopein" (meaning to look or examine). The word describes an instrument for looking at beautiful forms or shapes, as it creates colorful patterns when viewed through its lens.

Memory Tip

Imagine looking through a device that shows you 'beautiful shapes' — 'kalos' means beautiful, 'eidos' means shape, and 'skopein' means to look.

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