Definition of Laser

1. Noun. An acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation; an optical device that produces an intense monochromatic beam of coherent light.

Exact synonyms: Optical Maser
Generic synonyms: Optical Device
Group relationships: Photocoagulator

Definition of Laser

1. a device that amplifies light waves [n -S]

Medical Definition of Laser

1. A medical instrument that produces a powerful beam of light and can produce intense heat when focused at close range. Lasers are often used in surgery to vaporize damaged cell tissue. (16 Dec 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Laser

lasalocid
Lascar
lascars
Lascaux
lascivious
lasciviously
lasciviousness
lase
lase
lased
Lasegue
Lasegue's disease
Lasegue's sign
Lasegue's syndrome
laser (current term)
laser (current term)
laser-assisted balloon angioplasty
laser-doppler flowmetry
laser-guided bomb
laserdisc
laserdiscs
laserdisk
laserdisks
lasering
lasers
lasers
laserwort
laser angioplasty
laser beam
laser coagulation

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