Definition for CIR-CUM-FE-REN'TOR

CIR-CUM-FE-REN'TOR, n.

An instrument used by surveyors for taking angles. It consists of a brass index, and circle, all of a piece; on the circle is a chart, divided into 360 degrees. There are also two sights to screw on and slide up and down the index; also a spangle and socket screwed on the back side of the circle to put the head of the staff in. – Encyc.

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