English word hagioscope comes from English -scope, English hagio- (Forming compound words pertaining to saints.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -scope | English (eng) | Used to make terms denoting an instrument used for viewing or examination. |
| hagio- | English (eng) | Forming compound words pertaining to saints. |
| hagioscope | English (eng) | (architecture) A small opening in an interior wall of a church, enabling those in the transept to view the high altar; sometimes called a squint. |