Dictionary
blueshift
noun blue·shift \ˈblü-ˈshift\
Definition of BLUESHIFT
: the displacement of the spectrum of an approaching celestial body toward shorter wavelengths
— blue·shift·ed adjective
ADVERTISEMENT
First Known Use of BLUESHIFT
1951
Rhymes with BLUESHIFT
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: blue shirtPrevious Word in the Dictionary: blue sheepAll Words Near: blueshift
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up blueshift? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).