noun

reflector

rih-FLEHK-tuh

Reflector (noun) means an object or surface designed to bounce back light, heat, or sound. Example: “The bike had a red reflector mounted on the back wheel.”

noun

An object or surface designed to bounce back light, heat, or sound.

"The bike had a red reflector mounted on the back wheel."

"A reflector telescope uses mirrors instead of lenses."

How to use reflector

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomething built to bounce light or sound back, often for safety (like on bikes) or in devices like telescopes.

Common pairings

bike reflector reflector telescope

Word forms

reflectors plural

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Etymology

From reflect plus the agent suffix -or.

Synonyms

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reflecting telescope

Rhymes for reflector

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Frequently asked questions

What does “reflector” mean?

The word “reflector” means an object or surface designed to bounce back light, heat, or sound. In plain terms, something built to bounce light or sound back, often for safety (like on bikes) or in devices like telescopes.

How do you pronounce “reflector”?

“Reflector” is pronounced rih-FLEHK-tuh (/ɹɪˈflɛktə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “reflector” in a sentence?

Here is “reflector” used in a sentence: “The bike had a red reflector mounted on the back wheel.”

What part of speech is “reflector”?

“Reflector” is a noun.