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Optics Definition & Meaning

optics
noun
  1. the branch of physics that studies the physical properties of light
  2. optical properties; "the optics of a telescope"

"Optics" in song lyrics

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  • "optics..."
    Aesop Rock — Abandon All Hope
  • "Don't look back on my optics"
    Anti-Pop Consortium f/ Pharoahe Monch — What Am I?
  • "Check the Yellow Pages - sound and optics"
    Astronomy Class — Heatseeker

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Frequently asked questions

What does optics mean?
the branch of physics that studies the physical properties of light optical properties; "the optics of a telescope"
What part of speech is optics?
Optics is a noun.
How many definitions does optics have?
Optics has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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