Sekirov Dictionary

pantograph

/ˈpantəɡɹɑːf/

noun 4
verb 1
forms 3

noun4

•
A mechanical linkage based on parallelograms causing two objects to move in parallel; notably as a drawing aid.
- A pantograph can be adjusted to make either scaled or exact copies.
By extension, a structure of crosswise bars linked in such a way that it can extend and compress like an accordion, such as in a pantograph mirror or a scissor lift.
A similarly-formed conductive device, now usually Z-shaped, that collects electric current from overhead lines for trains and trams.
•
A pattern printed on a document to reduce the ease of photocopying.
- I was impressed by the quality of the pantograph; I hadn't noticed it on the original, but the copies were covered in unpleasant lines.

verb1

To engrave by means of a pantograph (parallel linkage) system.

forms

pantographed · pantographing · pantographs

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