Langley
What is another word for Langley? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A unit of solar energy received per unit area, used in older meteorology and physics, equal to one calorie per square centimeter.
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Etymology
From Old English words meaning "long" and "woodland clearing" — literally "long meadow" or "long glade."
Full origin of Langley →Frequently asked questions
What does “Langley” mean?
The word “Langley” means a unit of solar energy received per unit area, used in older meteorology and physics, equal to one calorie per square centimeter. In plain terms, a scientific unit of solar energy, or informally a nickname for the CIA (from its Langley, Virginia headquarters).
How do you pronounce “Langley”?
“Langley” is pronounced LANG-lee (/ˈlæŋli/ in IPA).
How do you use “Langley” in a sentence?
Here is “Langley” used in a sentence: “The weather station recorded solar radiation in langleys.”
What part of speech is “Langley”?
Depending on how it is used, “Langley” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “Langley” come from?
The word “Langley” comes from Old English. From Old English words meaning "long" and "woodland clearing" — literally "long meadow" or "long glade.".
Is “Langley” a common word?
“Langley” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Langley” have?
“Langley” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a unit of solar energy received per unit area, used in older meteorology and physics, equal to one calorie per square centimeter.
Related words
Lansley
