graticule
graticule
[ˈgratɪkjuːl]
noun
[ˈgratɪkjuːl]
noun
- (technical)a network of lines representing meridians and parallels, on which a map or plan can be represented
(技)制图格网；地理格网；经纬（线格）网
■a series of fine lines or fibres in the eyepiece of an optical device, such as a telescope or microscope, or on the screen of an oscilloscope, used as a measuring scale or an aid in locating objects
（望远镜、显微镜等光学仪器目镜上或示波器屏幕上的）十字线，网格
- late 19th cent.: from French, from medieval Latin graticula 'a little grating', from Latin craticula 'gridiron', diminutive of cratis 'hurdle'
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