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REFRACTION

Definition:

1. [noun] the change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another
   
   
2. [noun] the amount by which a propagating wave is bent
   Synonyms: deflection, deflexion
   
   

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Related Words:

• double refraction, birefringence

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