Sextant Meaning in Hindi

What is the translation of word Sextant in Hindi?

Meaning of  Sextant in Hindi is : षष्ठक

Definition of word Sextant

  • an instrument with a graduated arc of 60° and a sighting mechanism, used for measuring the angular distances between objects and especially for taking altitudes in navigation.

Other Meanings of Sextant

Example Sentences

Later, celestial navigation using sextants and fairly accurate clocks enabled absolute positioning, but the sailors had to refer back to dead reckoning on days with poor weather conditions.