ultraviolet — having a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌʌltrəˈvaɪələt/
Korean meaning: 가시광선보다 파장이 짧지만 엑스선보다는 긴 전자기파의
Korean pronunciation: 울-트라-바이-어-렛 (강세: 바이)
Example Sentences
- The vampire avoided ultraviolet light like it was his ex-girlfriend.
- Scientists use ultraviolet lamps to sterilize medical equipment.
- My sunscreen claims to block 99% of ultraviolet rays, but my sunburn suggests otherwise.
ultraviolet
ADJECTIVE//ˌʌltrəˈvaɪələt//
having a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays
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The pilot soars through ultraviolet beams above the glowing violet!
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Origin
라틴어 'ultra(넘어서)'와 'violet(보라색)'의 합성어로, 가시광선 스펙트럼에서 보라색을 넘어선 영역의 빛이라는 의미에서 유래했습니다.
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“The vampire avoided ultraviolet light like it was his ex-girlfriend.”
“Scientists use ultraviolet lamps to sterilize medical equipment.”
“My sunscreen claims to block 99% of ultraviolet rays, but my sunburn suggests otherwise.”
“The ozone layer protects Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation.”
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