Diffractive

/dɪˈfræktɪv/ adjective

Definition

Relating to, producing, or involving diffraction; capable of causing waves to bend and spread.

Etymology

From 'diffract' plus the adjective suffix '-ive,' meaning 'tending to' or 'relating to.' This form emphasizes the quality or property of causing or relating to diffraction.

Kelly Says

Modern phones use 'diffractive lenses' which are thinner and more powerful than regular lenses—they bend light in clever ways to let your camera do things that seemed impossible just 10 years ago!

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