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nontelescoping

nontelescoping

8.9
Does not have parts that slide to change length
  • adjective
  • /ˌnɒnˈtɛlɪskoʊpɪŋ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : no telescópico
  • Unlike the previous model, the nontelescoping handle cannot be adjusted for length.

Examples

  • The nontelescoping design of the table makes it sturdy.

  • The new safety regulations require nontelescoping barriers in certain construction zones.

  • His design featured a nontelescoping mast for increased stability.

  • Why is this model nontelescoping?

  • The new safety regulations require nontelescoping barriers in certain construction zones.

  • His design featured a nontelescoping mast for increased stability.

  • Unlike the previous model, the nontelescoping handle cannot be adjusted for length.

Synonyms

nontelescopic
vsnontelescoping
  • Specialized
8.1

Not able to become longer or shorter by sliding parts

has identical meaning but uses the -ing adjectival form

Surface Forms

nontelescoping positive

Morphology

nontelescoping = telescoping (transparent) = non + telescope + ing

The negating prefix 'non-' straightforwardly yields 'not telescoping'; the derivation follows standard English negation.

Etymology

Nontelescoping is made of non- meaning 'not' and telescoping, from telescope, a word that means 'to look far' and is used for parts that 'slide in and out' like a telescope. So nontelescoping describes something that 'cannot be extended or collapsed' and stays at one fixed length.