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incandescence

UK/.inkæn'desәns/US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

The emission of light from a substance heated to a high temperature; intense brightness.

白炽,物质受高温加热而发光;炽烈的光辉。

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
in-not, opposite of
+
candglow, white, shine
+
-escencestate, quality
=incandescence

Abstract noun of incandescent: 'the state of glowing white-hot.' Transparent noun form; see incandescent for the full image.

Root cand still carries 12 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The incandescence of the molten metal lit up the foundry.

  • 2.

    Stars produce light through incandescence at extreme temperatures.

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