pantograph

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Synonyms: pantagraph, photograph, pentagraph, autograph, pictograph, antigraph, protograph, pentegraph, pantography, paleograph, pantographs

Antonyms: pantagraph, photograph, pentagraph, autograph, pictograph, antigraph, protograph, pentegraph, pantography, paleograph, pantographs

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Noun

1. A mechanical [[linkage]] based on [[parallelogram]]s causing two objects to move in [[parallel]]; notably as a [[drawing]] aid.
2. By extension, a structure of crosswise bars linked in such a way that it can extend and compress like an [[accordion]], such as in a pantograph mirror or a [[scissor lift]].
3. A [[pattern]] printed on a document to reduce the ease of photocopying.
4. {{lb|en|rail transport}} A similarly-formed conductive device, now usually Z-shaped, that collects [[electric current]] from [[overhead line]]s for [[train]]s and [[tram]]s.

Verb

1. To [[engrave]] by means of a [[#Noun|pantograph]] (parallel linkage) system.

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