Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ultraviolet
Adjective / Noun
/ˌʌl.trəˈvaɪ.lɪt/
Definition
Ultraviolet (UV) refers to electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than that of x-rays.
Examples
- Ultraviolet light is used in tanning beds.
- Many insects can see ultraviolet colors that humans cannot.
- Ultraviolet rays from the sun can lead to skin cancer.
Meaning
Ultraviolet light is a type of radiation that is not visible to the human eye but can have various effects, such as causing sunburns and being used in sterilization.
Synonyms
- UV
- UV light
