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Rayleigh (noun) means a unit that measures how bright the night sky is, equal to 10¹⁰/4π photons emitted per square metre each second in every steradian.

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A unit that measures how bright the night sky is, equal to 10¹⁰/4π photons emitted per square metre each second in every steradian.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Named after Lord Rayleigh, the English physicist.

Rhymes for rayleigh

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"rayleigh" (noun) means a unit that measures how bright the night sky is, equal to 10¹⁰/4π photons emitted per square metre each second in every steradian.