specular

UK /ˈspɛk.jʊ.lə/ US /ˈspɛk.jə.lɚ/
adj 4

Definitions

adj

1

Pertaining to mirrors; mirror-like, reflective.

a perfect likeness would rather suggest a specular, and hence speculatory, phenomenon [...].

2

Of or relating to a speculum; conducted with the aid of a speculum.

a specular examination

3

Assisting sight, like a lens etc.

Thy specular orb / Apply to well-dissected kernels; lo! / In each observe the slender threads / Of first-beginning trees.

4

Offering an expansive view; picturesque.

Calm as the Universe, from specular towers / Of heaven contemplated by Spirits pure.

Look once more, e're we leave this specular mount.

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