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optical

op·ti·cal [ óptik'l ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. of vision: belonging or relating to the sense of sight

2. physics of visible light: relating to or producing light that can be seen

3. light-sensitive: describes an instrument or device that is sensitive to light

4. ophthalmology of corrective lenses: describes a lens designed to correct or enhance faulty vision

5. physics of optics: belonging or relating to the science of optics


op·ti·cal·ly adverb
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