English to English

reflection
(r/I/'fl/E/k/S//@/n )

noun (n)

  • a calm, lengthy, intent consideration(noun.cognition)
    source: wordnet30
  • the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface(noun.phenomenon)
    Synonym:
    reflexion
    source: wordnet30
  • expression without words(noun.communication)
    Example:
    The pulse is a reflection of the heart's condition.
    source: wordnet30
  • a likeness in which left and right are reversed(noun.attribute)
    source: wordnet30
  • the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material)(noun.artifact)
    Example:
    He studied his reflection in the mirror.
    source: wordnet30
  • (mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed(noun.linkdef)
    source: wordnet30
  • a remark expressing careful consideration(noun.communication)
    source: wordnet30
  • the ability to reflect beams or rays(noun.attribute)
    source: wordnet30
  • The act of reflecting, or turning or sending back, or the state of being reflected.(noun)
    source: webster1913
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