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Definition of Optics
1. Noun. The branch of physics that studies the physical properties of light.
Examples of category: Meniscus, Stigmatism, Astigmatism, Astigmia, Collimate, Refract, Reflect, Resolve, Aberrate, Bifocal, Aplanatic, Apochromatic, Aspheric, Aspherical
Generic synonyms: Natural Philosophy, Physics
Specialized synonyms: Catoptrics, Holography
Derivative terms: Optical
Generic synonyms: Natural Philosophy, Physics
Specialized synonyms: Catoptrics, Holography
Derivative terms: Optical
2. Noun. Optical properties. "The optics of a telescope"
Generic synonyms: Property
Definition of Optics
1. n. That branch of physical science which treats of the nature and properties of light, the laws of its modification by opaque and transparent bodies, and the phenomena of vision.
Definition of Optics
1. optic [n] - See also: optic
Medical Definition of Optics
1. That branch of physical science which treats of the nature and properties of light, the laws of its modification by opaque and transparent bodies, and the phenomena of vision. Origin: Cf. F. Optique, L. Optice, Gr. (sc). See Optic. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Optics
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