magnifier
nounUK /ˈmæɡ.nɪ.faɪ.ər/
US /ˈmæɡ.nə.faɪ.ɚ/
A magnifier is a tool that makes small things look bigger.
She used a magnifier to look at the tiny bug on the leaf.
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2. A device or software feature that enlarges part of a screen for easier viewing.
He turned on the screen magnifier to read the small text.
3. A lens or combination of lenses that increases the apparent size of an object.
The jeweler checked the diamond with a small magnifier.
4. A person or thing that makes something seem greater or more important.
Some say the news acted as a magnifier of public fear.