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Phosphor

Noun / ˈfɑ:ˌsfɔ:r / Another word for phosphor — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a substance that exhibits phosphorescence, especially a zinc sulfide that glows when exposed to ultraviolet light

Synonyms & similar words

luminophore luminophor

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Example sentences

  1. The phosphor on the watch face makes it easy to tell time in the dark.
  2. Phosphors are often used in television screens to produce images.
  3. The scientist mixed the phosphor with a special chemical to create a new type of glow-in-the-dark paint.
  4. The neon sign was filled with red and blue phosphors that made it light up in the night.
  5. The artist used phosphors in her sculpture to create a glowing effect.

Quotes

  • "The phosphor dot pattern on the screen is just mesmerizing." - Tomoko Namba
  • "Like the phosphor trail of a meteor in the sky." - F. Scott Fitzgerald
  • "It was all so real, so vivid, the phosphor dots on the screen burned into his mind." - William Gibson

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