Diffraction
Diffraction noun - When light passes sharp edges or goes through narrow slits the rays are deflected and produce fringes of light and dark bands.
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Diversion and diffraction are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Diversion" instead a noun "Diffraction".
Nearby Words: diffracted, diffracting
Diversion
Diversion noun - Someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment.
Diffraction and diversion are semantically related. Sometimes you can replace term "Diffraction" with "Diversion", this nouns are similar.
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