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Definition of Refractive
1. Adjective. Of or relating to or capable of refraction. "The refractive characteristics of the eye"
Exact synonyms: Refractile
Partainyms: Refraction, Refraction
Derivative terms: Refract, Refract, Refractiveness, Refractivity
Partainyms: Refraction, Refraction
Derivative terms: Refract, Refract, Refractiveness, Refractivity
2. Adjective. Capable of changing the direction (of a light or sound wave).
Exact synonyms: Deflective
Similar to: Crooked
Derivative terms: Deflect, Refract, Refract, Refractiveness, Refractivity
Similar to: Crooked
Derivative terms: Deflect, Refract, Refract, Refractiveness, Refractivity
Definition of Refractive
1. a. Serving or having power to refract, or turn from a direct course; pertaining to refraction; as, refractive surfaces; refractive powers.
Definition of Refractive
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Medical Definition of Refractive
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Serving or having power to refract, or turn from a direct course; pertaining to refraction; as, refractive surfaces; refractive powers. Refractive index.