Describing a material or substance that emits light when an electrical current or electrical field is applied to it.
From 'electroluminescence' with '-ent' suffix. Developed as technology terminology in the 20th century.
Electroluminescent paint glows without heat or moving parts—it's used on emergency exit signs, watch hands, and aircraft switches because it keeps glowing even if the power goes out briefly.
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