albedos
|al-be-dos|
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/ælˈbiːdoʊz/
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/ælˈbiːdəʊz/
(albedo)
reflectivity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'albedo' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'albedo,' where 'albus' meant 'white.'
Historical Evolution
'albedo' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins, maintaining its meaning related to whiteness or reflectivity.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'whiteness,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'reflectivity or brightness of a surface.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the measure of the reflectivity or brightness of a surface, especially in reference to celestial bodies like planets or moons.
The albedos of different planets vary significantly.
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Last updated: 2025/06/13 05:36