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homochromatic

homochromatic

9.9
Light that has only one color
  • adjective
  • /ˌhoʊmoʊkrəˈmætɪk/
  • Specialized
translation icon : homocromático
  • A homochromatic beam is used in experiments that require precise wavelength control.

Examples

  • Only homochromatic light passed through the filter, resulting in a pure spectral color.

  • Lasers are prized for producing highly homochromatic sources of light.

  • The laser emitted a homochromatic beam of light.

  • A homochromatic light source is essential for this experiment.

  • In scientific research, a homochromatic light source is crucial for accurate measurements.

  • The experiment required a homochromatic beam to ensure consistent results across trials.

  • For color matching, using a homochromatic lamp helps achieve precise visual effects.

Synonyms

monochromatic
vshomochromatic
8 7.2

Having only one color, or for light, only one wavelength

is restricted to single electromagnetic wavelength rather than general color appearance
monochrome
vshomochromatic
2 6.1

Showing only one color or its different shades

focuses on single electromagnetic wavelength rather than appearance of one color
monotonal
vshomochromatic
7.3

A thing that uses only one color or shade

is about single electromagnetic wavelength rather than uniform tone or shade
monochromic
vshomochromatic
7.5

Showing only one color in lighter and darker shades

refers to single electromagnetic wavelength not just visible color variations
monochromous
vshomochromatic
9.6

Having only one color

means single electromagnetic wavelength rather than uniform visible color

How Monochromatic

homochromatic
  • Specialized
9.9
polychromatic
  • Specialized
1 7.5

Surface Forms

homochromatic positive

Morphology

homochromatic = chromatic (semi-transparent) = homo + chromatic

The combining form 'homo-' (meaning 'same') attaches predictably to 'chromatic' to yield 'same-coloured', but both elements are technical and may be unfamiliar to a B1 learner.

Etymology

Homochromatic comes from Greek parts homo- meaning 'same' and chromatic from chroma meaning 'color', so it literally means 'same color' and is used for light that has a single wavelength or one pure color.