Fluoresces

/ˌflʊˈrɛsɪz/ verb

Definition

Third person singular present tense: emits light when exposed to radiation or other energy sources.

Etymology

Present tense third person singular form of 'fluoresce', following standard English conjugation patterns for verbs ending in '-esce'.

Kelly Says

The continuous present tense emphasizes that fluorescence is an ongoing process—when you shine a blacklight on a highlighter, it constantly fluoresces as long as the light hits it.

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