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farsight

farsight

8.1
The farthest distance a person or device can spot something
  • noun
  • /ˈfɑːrˌsaɪt/
  • Specialized
translation icon : alcance visual
  • In the strategy game, each unit has a different farsight that affects how much of the map they reveal.

Examples

  • The sniper adjusted his scope for maximum farsight.

  • Fog can greatly reduce your farsight when driving in the countryside at night.

  • The radar system's farsight allows it to detect aircraft from many miles away.

  • With enhanced farsight, the drone can detect targets from miles away.

  • Using advanced technology, the soldiers can extend their farsight to detect enemies from a distance.

  • In the game, players need to enhance their farsight to spot targets before they move.

  • The telescope allows astronomers to improve their farsight and observe distant galaxies clearly.

Synonyms

sight
vsfarsight
533 1.0

The area you can see from one place

describes the maximum distance for detection and targeting in technical contexts
visual range
vsfarsight
  • Specialized
8 4.7

The distance you can see a clear object like a flag with your eyes

includes instrument detection and targeting, not only unaided eye measurement
to range
vsfarsight
  • Specialized
7 7.0

To be able to shoot to a certain distance

describes maximum distance for seeing, detecting, or targeting rather than shooting
eyeshot
vsfarsight
1 8.7

The area you can see from where you are

focuses on maximum detection and targeting distance, often in technical contexts

How Far

long-range
79 4.4
farsight
  • Specialized
8.1
to range
  • Specialized
7 7.0
short-range
14 3.8

Surface Forms

farsight singular
farsights plural

Morphology

farsight = far + sight (transparent) = far + sight

A straightforward compound meaning the capacity or range to see at a distance; learners can derive this directly from 'far' + 'sight'.

Etymology

Farsight is made of far ('at a distance') and sight ('to see'). So, in technology or games, farsight means the maximum distance you can 'see' or detect something, like the range of a radar or a unit.