Per*spec"to*graph (?), n. [L. perspectus (p. p. of perspicere to look
through) + - graph.] An instrument for obtaining, and transferring to a
picture, the points and outlines of objects, so as to represent them in
their proper geometrical relations as viewed from some one point.
Per`spec*tog"ra*phy (?), n. The science or art of delineating objects
according to the laws of perspective; the theory of perspective.
Per"spi*ca*ble (?), a. [L. perspicabilis, fr. perspicere.] Discernible.
[Obs.] Herbert.
Per`spi*ca"cious (?), a. [L. perspicax, -acis, fr. perspicere to look
through: cf. F. perspicace. See Perspective.] 1. Having the power of
seeing clearly; quick-sighted; sharp of sight.