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opticks

opticks is the obsolete form of optics.

Meaning of optics

Noun

optics sg or pl

  1. (plural, singular) The physics of light and vision: basic optical science.
    • a PhD in the optics of liquid crystals
  2. (plural, singular) Technology that makes use of such physics: applied optical science; business lines making use of such technology.
    • defense R&D investments in both optics and electronics
  3. (plural, singular) The light-related aspects of a device.
    • the optics of liquid crystals under certain laboratory conditions
  4. (figuratively, plural, singular) Perception, image, public relations, especially in politics.
    • Near-synonyms: appearances, spectacle, theatrics; choreography

Questions about opticks

What is opticks the obsolete form of?
Opticks is the obsolete form of optics.

Words near opticks in the dictionary

  1. opticist
  2. opticists
  3. opticities
  4. opticity
  5. optick
  6. opticks
  7. optico-
  8. opticochemical
  9. opticokinetic
  10. opticopneumatic
  11. opticospinal

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