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Meaning of reflecting

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

reflecting

Pronunciation:/ɹɪˈflɛktɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To bend back (light, etc.) from a surface.

    Example: A mirror reflects the light that shines on it.

  2. To be bent back (light, etc.) from a surface.

    Example: The moonlight reflected from the surface of water.

  3. To mirror, or show the image of something.

    Example: The shop window reflected his image as he walked past.

  4. To be mirrored.

    Example: His image reflected from the shop window as he walked past.

noun

Definitions

  1. An instance of reflection

adjective

Definitions

  1. That has been reflected (of light, sound etc.); undergoing reflection.

  2. That reflects.

    Example: a reflecting pool

  3. Having a component that reflects light.

    Example: a reflecting telescope

  4. Given to introspection; thoughtful, reflective.