actinographic
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/ˌæk.tɪ.nəˈɡræf.ɪk/
(actinograph)
instrument for measuring solar radiation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'actinographic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aktinos,' where 'aktis' meant 'ray' and 'graphos' meant 'writing.'
Historical Evolution
'aktinos' transformed into the English word 'actinograph,' and eventually became the modern English word 'actinographic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'writing or recording rays,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to the measurement of solar radiation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or involving the measurement of the intensity of solar radiation.
The actinographic data was crucial for the climate study.
Synonyms
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