actinic
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/ækˈtɪnɪk/
light causing reactions
Etymology
Etymology Information
'actinic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aktis,' where 'aktis' meant 'ray.'
Historical Evolution
'aktis' transformed into the French word 'actinique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'actinic' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to rays,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to light causing photochemical reactions.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or denoting light able to cause photochemical reactions, as in photography, through having a significant short wavelength or ultraviolet component.
Actinic rays are used in the process of developing photographs.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/29 15:06