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ul·tra·vi·o·let
 ultraviolet
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- pronunciation:
- uhl
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vaI
iht
[or]
uhl
tr
vaI
liht
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
beyond the violet end of the spectrum of visible light and having a wavelength between that of visible light and x-rays.
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| definition 2: |
relating to, using, or producing this radiation.
an ultraviolet light |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
light with a wavelength in the ultraviolet range. (Cf. infrared.)
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