fluorescent
|flu-o-res-cent|
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/flʊˈrɛsənt/
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/flɔːˈrɛsənt/
light-emitting
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fluorescent' originates from the word 'fluorescence', which is derived from 'fluor' and the suffix '-escent', indicating a process or state.
Historical Evolution
'fluorescence' was coined in the mid-19th century to describe the property of minerals that emit light when exposed to ultraviolet light.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the property of minerals, but now it broadly applies to any material that emits light when exposed to radiation.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
emitting light as a result of absorbing radiation from an external source.
The fluorescent lights in the office are energy-efficient.
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Last updated: 2025/06/27 12:12