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incandescence

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Incandescence (noun) means the giving off of bright light by something that is very hot.

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1
The giving off of bright light by something that is very hot.
2
The bright light given off by something that is very hot.
3
Strong feeling, especially fury.
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Etymology

Borrowed from French incandescence; in terms of structure, incandesce + -ence.

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What is the meaning of incandescence?
"incandescence" (noun) means the giving off of bright light by something that is very hot.
What is another word for incandescence?
Other words for "incandescence" include glow.
What are the different meanings of incandescence?
"incandescence" has 3 main meanings: 1. The giving off of bright light by something that is very hot; 2. The bright light given off by something that is very hot; 3. Strong feeling, especially fury.

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