1. Optical devices or instruments that enable vision in low-light or dark conditions, typically using image intensification or thermal imaging technology.
Usage: Usually plural; also called night-vision goggles or night-vision devices; Common in military, law enforcement, and surveillance contexts

Examples

• The soldiers wore nightscopes to navigate the terrain during the nighttime operation.
• Security personnel used nightscopes to monitor the perimeter after sunset.
• Modern nightscopes can detect heat signatures even in complete darkness.
• The wildlife researcher equipped the camera with nightscopes to film nocturnal animals.
• Military training includes instruction on how to properly use and maintain nightscopes.