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photoluminescent

Pronunciation: [ˌfoʊtoʊluːˈmɪnəsənt]

Word

Context: "science"

(adjective) describes a material that can absorb light and then give off light. It’s like when something takes in sunlight and later shines bright because of it.

Example

The photoluminescent paint glowed brightly in the dark after being exposed to sunlight.

Example

This material is not photoluminescent; it does not shine at all in the dark.

Example

Can you tell me how photoluminescent materials work?

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