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phosphor

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Phosphor (noun) means a substance, often made from a transition metal or rare earth compound, that glows after being exposed to light or radiation.

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1
A substance, often made from a transition metal or rare earth compound, that glows after being exposed to light or radiation.
2
Venus, seen as a morning star.
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Etymology

Taken from Medieval Latin phosphorus.

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What is the meaning of phosphor?
"phosphor" (noun) means a substance, often made from a transition metal or rare earth compound, that glows after being exposed to light or radiation.
What are the different meanings of phosphor?
"phosphor" has 2 main meanings: 1. A substance, often made from a transition metal or rare earth compound, that glows after being exposed to light or radiation; 2. Venus, seen as a morning star.
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