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reflection
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. reflection
  2. 2. reverberation
  3. 3. reflex
Means reflection or reflex, and is used in two main contexts: the bouncing of light or sound off a surface, and automatic physical reactions of the body. In physics, it refers to reflection of light. In medicine or everyday speech, it can describe reflexive reactions, like a knee-jerk response.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

That surface reflects light in a way that gives it a premium feel.

Sentence 2

The crew shot from an angle to avoid the glare off the glass.

Sentence 3

Wait, you can see me reflected in the photo!

Sentence 4

"That metal piece is reflecting the light — it's dangerous," the director said.

Sentence 5

Please use a diagram to show the angle at which the light reflects.