terrestrial telescope

Noun

 * 1) A telescope which, unlike most telescopes used for astronomical purposes, contains an arrangement of lenses presenting an erect (non-inverted) image to the observer, suitable for observation of objects on the Earth's surface.
 * 2)  An astronomical telescope which is physically located on the surface of the Earth, as distinct from a telescope located in outer space.
 * 1)  An astronomical telescope which is physically located on the surface of the Earth, as distinct from a telescope located in outer space.