noun
scintillation
Scintillation (noun) means a flash of light; a spark.
noun
1
A flash of light; a spark.
2
The twinkling of a star or other celestial body caused by turbulence in the Earth's atmosphere.
3
The flash of light produced by something (especially a phosphor) when it absorbs ionizing radiation.
4
A brief expression that is amusing or clever; witticism.
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Rhymes for scintillation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
abortion
abrasion
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
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What is the meaning of scintillation?
"scintillation" (noun) means a flash of light; a spark.
What are the different meanings of scintillation?
"scintillation" has 3 main meanings: 1. A flash of light; a spark; 2. The twinkling of a star or other celestial body caused by turbulence in the Earth's atmosphere; 3. The flash of light produced by something (especially a phosphor) when it absorbs ionizing radiation.