wavelength — The distance between successive crests of a wave, especially electromagnetic waves
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The distance between successive crests of a wave, especially electromagnetic waves
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈweɪvˌlɛŋkθ/
Korean meaning: 파장 (특히 전자기파에서 연속된 파동의 마루 사이의 거리)
Korean pronunciation: 웨이브-렝스 (강세: 웨이브)
Example Sentences
- My mom and I are definitely not on the same wavelength when it comes to fashion choices.
- The red light has a longer wavelength than blue light.
- Finally found a coworker on my wavelength - we both think pineapple belongs on pizza!
wavelength
NOUN//ˈweɪvˌlɛŋkθ//
The distance between successive crests of a wave, especially electromagnetic waves
Distance between wave crests
To catch the wavelength, you need both length and strength!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Wavelength is a compound word formed in English from 'wave' (from Old English 'wafian' meaning to fluctuate) combined with 'length' (from Old English 'lengðu'). The term emerged in the 19th century as scientific understanding of wave phenomena developed.
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📝Examples
“My mom and I are definitely not on the same wavelength when it comes to fashion choices.”
“The red light has a longer wavelength than blue light.”
“Finally found a coworker on my wavelength - we both think pineapple belongs on pizza!”
“Scientists use different wavelengths of light to study distant galaxies.”
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