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phosphorescence

noun

/ˌfɑːsfəˈrɛsəns/

Meaning

the property of emitting light without noticeable heat

The deep-sea creatures displayed a beautiful phosphorescence.

luminescence, glow, radiance, brilliance

darkness, dullness

natural phosphorescence, glowing phosphorescence

a sign or piece of information that indicates something; a suggestion or hint

loyalty or commitment to a group, cause, or leader

the place to which someone or something is going; the ultimate purpose or end point

a sharp pointed part of a plant; something that causes pain or annoyance

a bird known for its distinctive call and for laying eggs in other birds' nests

A figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another using 'like' or 'as'.