lightwave
|light/wave|
B2
/ˈlaɪtˌweɪv/
visible electromagnetic wave
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lightwave' originates from the combination of 'light' and 'wave', where 'light' refers to visible electromagnetic radiation and 'wave' refers to a disturbance that transfers energy through space.
Historical Evolution
The term 'lightwave' was coined in the 20th century to describe the wave-like properties of light.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the wave nature of light, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/13 05:49