kaleidoscope

• Sustantivo que designa un instrumento óptico en el que fragmentos de vidrio de colores se reflejan en espejos produciendo patrones simétricos, o también un patrón o conjunto de imágenes, formas o colores que cambia constantemente.

A noun referring to an optical instrument in which bits of colored glass are reflected by mirrors to create symmetrical patterns, or a constantly changing pattern of colors and shapes.

1. Optical toyB1formal

   A tube-shaped device containing mirrors and small colored pieces that create changing symmetrical patterns when rotated.

   Caleidoscopio

   • The child was fascinated by the colorful patterns in the kaleidoscope.
   • She bought a vintage kaleidoscope at the antique shop.
   • Looking through a kaleidoscope is like watching a tiny fireworks display.

2. Changing patternB2formal

   A constantly shifting and complex pattern of colors, shapes, or elements.

   Caleidoscopio (figurado)

   • The autumn leaves created a kaleidoscope of reds, oranges, and yellows.
   • The city at night is a kaleidoscope of neon lights and moving shadows.
   • Her emotions were a kaleidoscope of joy, fear, and excitement.

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