Definition of telescopes:
(n) :
A monocular optical instrument that magnifies distant objects, especially in astronomy.
(n) :
Any instrument used in astronomy for observing distant objects (such as a radio telescope).
(v) :
(ambitransitive) To extend or contract in the manner of a telescope.
(v) :
(ambitransitive) To slide or pass one within another, after the manner of the sections of a small telescope or spyglass.
(n) :
A kind of goldfish with protruding eyes, first bred in China.
(n) :
(television) A retractable tubular support for lights.