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Definition of Refraction
1. Noun. The change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another.
Generic synonyms: Physical Phenomenon
Specialized synonyms: Birefringence, Double Refraction
Derivative terms: Refract
Specialized synonyms: Birefringence, Double Refraction
Derivative terms: Refract
2. Noun. The amount by which a propagating wave is bent.
Definition of Refraction
1. n. The act of refracting, or the state of being refracted.
Definition of Refraction
1. Noun. (physics) The turning or bending of any wave, such as a light or sound wave, when it passes from one medium into another of different optical density. ¹
2. Noun. (metallurgy) The degree to which a metal or compound can withstand heat ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Refraction
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Medical Definition of Refraction
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