ultraviolet rays — electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible light but longer than X-rays
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible light but longer than X-rays
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌʌltrəˈvaɪələt reɪz/
Korean meaning: 가시광선보다 파장이 짧고 X선보다는 긴 전자기 복사선; 자외선
Korean pronunciation: 울**트**러**바이**어렛 **레이**즈
Example Sentences
- My vampire friend complained that ultraviolet rays are ruining his night job prospects.
- Sunscreen is essential for protecting your skin from harmful ultraviolet rays.
- The ozone layer acts as Earth's natural shield against ultraviolet rays.
ultraviolet rays
NOUN//ˌʌltrəˈvaɪələt reɪz//
electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible light but longer than X-rays
electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible light but longer than X-rays
Even on sunny days, choose safer ways from ultraviolet rays!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
ultra는 '너머에, 극도로'를 뜻하는 라틴어이고, violet는 '보라색'을 의미합니다. 가시광선의 보라색 너머에 있는 빛이라는 의미에서 자외선이라고 불리게 되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“My vampire friend complained that ultraviolet rays are ruining his night job prospects.”
“Sunscreen is essential for protecting your skin from harmful ultraviolet rays.”
“The ozone layer acts as Earth's natural shield against ultraviolet rays.”
“Scientists use special equipment to study the effects of ultraviolet rays on plant growth.”
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