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refraction

noun

/rɪˈfrækʃən/

Meaning

The bending of light, sound, or other waves when they pass from one medium to another of different density.

The refraction of light in water makes objects appear bent.

bending, deflection, distortion, deviation, inflection

straightness, alignment, directness

refraction of light, refraction index, refraction angle, atmospheric refraction

a device for receiving or transmitting radio signals, or the use of such signals for communication

a lover, especially an illicit one

a supporter of democracy or a member of the Democratic Party in the US

the official process of sending someone accused of a crime to another country or state

a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires.

a marriage ceremony, especially considered as including the associated celebrations