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reflector

noun re·flec·tor \ri-ˈflek-tər\

: an object that is used to reflect light

Full Definition of REFLECTOR

: one that reflects; especially : a polished surface for reflecting light or other radiation

: a telescope in which the principal focusing element is a mirror

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First Known Use of REFLECTOR

1665

Rhymes with REFLECTOR

bisector, collector, connector, convector, corrector, defector, deflector, detector, director, dissector, effector, ejector, elector, erector, infector, injector, inspector, neglecter, objector, perfecter, projector, prosector, prospector, protector, selector, trisector

REFLECTOR Defined for Kids

reflector

noun re·flec·tor \ri-ˈflek-tər\

Definition of REFLECTOR for Kids

: a shiny surface for reflecting light or heat

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reflector

noun re·flec·tor \ri-ˈflek-tər\

Medical Definition of REFLECTOR

: one that reflects; especially : a polished surface for reflecting light or other radiation

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