armillary sphere
noun [ C ] uk/ɑːˌmɪl.ər.i ˈsfɪər/ us/ɑːrˌmɪl.ɚ.i ˈsfɪr/
（显示星辰及行星位置的）浑仪
a model showing the positions of the stars and planets and consisting of several circles forming a sphere (= ball shape)
Several different types of globes and armillary spheres were invented by Muslim astronomers. 穆斯林天文学家发明了好几种不同类型的球仪及浑仪。
The flag of Portugal features an armillary sphere. 葡萄牙国旗上有一个浑仪的图案。
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- Greek astronomer Ptolemy is usually associated with the earliest armillary spheres.
- Astronomical highlights are the four brass armillary spheres made by Antonio Lupicini.
- He made the armillary sphere for the new herb garden at Wisley.