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refraction

UK
/rɪˈfræk.ʃən/
US
/rɪˈfræk.ʃən/

Translations

refractionnoun
refractions
pl
The refraction of light causes a straw in a glass of water to appear bent.
Преломление света заставляет соломинку в стакане воды казаться изогнутой.
Additional translations
перелом
изгиб
Synonyms
deflection
deviation
distortion
bending
refractionadjective
UK
/rɪˈfræk.ʃən/
US
/rɪˈfræk.ʃən/
Used attributively before a noun to denote relation to refraction (noun adjunct usage).

Definitions

refractionnoun
The bending of a wave, such as light or sound, as it passes from one medium to another with different density.
The refraction of light in water causes objects submerged in it to appear bent or distorted.
The determination of the refractive characteristics of the eye, typically performed to establish the correct prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses.
During the eye exam, the optometrist carried out a refraction to find his updated lens prescription.
refractionadjective
Relating to or used for the act or process of refraction, especially of light or visual testing.
The patient underwent a refraction test to determine the correct lens power.
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