achromatic

UK
/eɪkrəʊˈmætɪk/
US
/eɪkrəˈmætɪk/

Translations

achromaticnoun
achromatics
pl
UK
/ˌeɪ.krəˈmæt.ɪk/
US
/ˌeɪ.kroʊˈmæt.ɪk/
Countable; chiefly in optics, referring to an achromatic lens or optical component.
achromaticadjective
more achromatic
Comp.
most achromatic
Super.
UK
/eɪkrəʊˈmætɪk/
US
/eɪkrəˈmætɪk/
The achromatic lens is used to correct chromatic aberration.
Ахроматическая линза используется для коррекции хроматической аберрации.

Definitions

achromaticnoun
An achromatic lens or other optical component designed to minimize chromatic aberration.
The telescope is equipped with a 150-mm achromatic that delivers sharp, true-color images.
achromaticadjective
Free from color; without hue.
The achromatic design of the room gave it a sleek and modern look.
Relating to lenses or optical systems that transmit light without separating it into colors.
The achromatic lens was crucial for the telescope to provide clear images of distant stars.
Biology: not readily stained by standard dyes; lacking pronounced chromatin coloration.
During mitosis the achromatic spindle fibers become visible without the use of special stains.