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backstaff definition and meaning

n. An instrument formerly used for taking the altitude of the heavenly bodies, but now superseded by the quadrant and sextant; -- so called because the observer turned his back to the body observed.

Crossword clues for backstaff

- Device that uses the shadow of the sun for navigation
- Device that uses the shadow of the sun to navigate


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