English Explanatory Dictionary

reflecting

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. present participle and gerund of reflect
noun
  1. An instance of reflection (in any sense).
adj
  1. That has been reflected (of light, sound etc.); undergoing reflection.
  2. That reflects.
  3. Having a component that reflects light.
  4. Given to introspection; thoughtful, reflective.
  5. Insulting, disparaging.

Pronunciation

/ɹɪˈflɛktɪŋ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-reflecting.wav

Word forms

reflecting reflectings more reflecting most reflecting

Derived words

antireflecting hyperreflecting non-reflecting nonreflecting reflecting circle reflecting galvanometer reflecting goniometer reflectingly reflecting pool reflecting telescope unreflecting
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