diffraction

noun /dɪ'frækʃən/

Definition
when light passes sharp edges or goes through narrow slits the rays are deflected and produce fringes of light and dark bands
Example
The word 'diffraction' is often used in everyday conversation.
Etymology
No etymology available.

Quick Facts

Palindrome
No
Compound Word
No
Proper Noun
No
Rare
No
Archaic
No
Obsolete
No
Slang
No
Vowels
4
Consonants
7
Length
11

Word Statistics

Length
11
Syllables
3
Scrabble Score
Frequency
2.19

Word Characteristics