kaleidoscope
noun
ka·lei·do·scope
kə-ˈlī-də-ˌskōp 
1
: an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns
2
: something resembling a kaleidoscope: such as
a
: a variegated changing pattern or scene
a kaleidoscope of colors
b
: a succession of changing phases or actions
a kaleidoscope of changing fashions
c
: a diverse collection
Examples of kaleidoscope in a Sentence
The landscape was a kaleidoscope of changing colors.
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From these ledges, you’re treated to sweeping views of the surrounding mountains, especially in the fall when the foliage creates a kaleidoscope of colors.
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Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2024
Curiosity Spot, aimed at children up to 9 years old but not age-restricted, will include a 15-foot-long immersive kaleidoscope structure, interactive self-portrait creation exhibit, and a science and art exhibit where children can build and play fiddles.
—Bill Bowden, arkansasonline.com, 23 Oct. 2024
Like past years, the region will be set aglow, illuminated in a kaleidoscope of sights and sounds.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2024
Lights dimmed, special kaleidoscope lantern that blasts colors and shapes transforming their bedroom walls and ceiling.
—Charles Bock, People.com, 6 Oct. 2024
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Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2024
Curiosity Spot, aimed at children up to 9 years old but not age-restricted, will include a 15-foot-long immersive kaleidoscope structure, interactive self-portrait creation exhibit, and a science and art exhibit where children can build and play fiddles.
—Bill Bowden, arkansasonline.com, 23 Oct. 2024
Like past years, the region will be set aglow, illuminated in a kaleidoscope of sights and sounds.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2024
Lights dimmed, special kaleidoscope lantern that blasts colors and shapes transforming their bedroom walls and ceiling.
—Charles Bock, People.com, 6 Oct. 2024
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“Kaleidoscope.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kaleidoscope. Accessed 27 Nov. 2024.
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kaleidoscope
noun
ka·lei·do·scope
kə-ˈlīd-ə-ˌskōp
1
: a tube containing loose bits of colored glass or plastic and two mirrors at one end that shows many different patterns as it is turned
2
: a changing pattern or scene
3
: a diverse collection
a kaleidoscope of subjects
Etymology
from Greek kalos "beautiful" and Greek eidos "form, shape" and English -scope
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