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fluorescent

Pronunciation: [flɔːˈrɛsənt]

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Learn how to use fluorescent in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “light technology”

(adjective) describes a type of light that is very bright and often has a colorful glow. These lights use special gases that glow when electricity passes through them. You see them in homes, schools, and stores.

Example

The fluorescent lights in the classroom make it easy to see the board.

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The room felt dark and gloomy without any fluorescent lighting.

Example

Do you think fluorescent lights are brighter than regular bulbs?

Context: “science”

(adjective) refers to a special quality of certain materials that can absorb light and then glow in bright colors. This can happen with things like paints or minerals. It's often used in science to show how certain substances react to light.

Example

The fluorescent markers made the drawings stand out under the black light.

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The regular paint did not have a fluorescent quality, so it looked dull in the dark.

Example

Can you find the fluorescent rocks in the dark room?

How to pronounce fluorescent

Pronunciation: [flɔːˈrɛsənt]

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