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photoelectric

adjective

/ˌfoʊtoʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/

Meaning

relating to the emission of electrons or other free carriers when light shines on a material

The photoelectric effect is fundamental in solar panels.

photovoltaic, light-induced, electron-emitting

photoelectric sensor, photoelectric effect, photoelectric cell

Relating to the countryside; simple and unsophisticated.

Having comprehensive and widespread influence or coverage.

careful and unwilling to take risks; cautious

Attractive in a delicate way without being truly beautiful.

openly showing feelings, especially affection or emotion

having a color somewhat like brown; tending toward brown