Refraction Definition

refraction
noun
  1. the change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another
  2. the amount by which a propagating wave is bent

"Refraction" in song lyrics

See how refraction is used in real songs:

  • "color refraction"
    AOL — AOL
  • "rainbow refraction"
    AOL — AOL
  • "cardiomyopathy injection refraction"
    AOL — AOL

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