actinautography
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/ˌæktɪnɔːˈtɒɡrəfi/
recording radiation effects
Etymology
Etymology Information
'actinautography' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aktis' meaning 'ray' and 'graphia' meaning 'writing'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'actinautography' was coined in the early 20th century to describe a scientific process involving radiation.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'writing with rays', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a method of recording the effects of radiation on photographic plates.
The scientist used actinautography to capture the radiation patterns.
Synonyms
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