How to pronounce “actinic”

Meaning

• [Adjective]
• Related to radiation; used most often in reference to light, especially in the ultraviolet range.
• (by extension) Harsh and bright, especially blindingly so.
• (medicine) Caused by extensive exposure to ultraviolet light.
• (chemistry, photography) Of or relating to actinism, the range of photochemical effects produced by exposure to electromagnetic radiation, particularly sunlight.
• Composed of actin.

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Similar Sounds

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