What does fluorescent mean?

Emitting light through fluorescence, or using this effect for lighting. Having an extremely bright, noticeable colour.

How is fluorescent pronounced?

UK /flɔːˈresənt/, US /flʊˈresənt/.

/flɔːˈresənt/ · /flʊˈresənt/

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发荧光的；荧光灯的

adj. Emitting light through fluorescence, or using this effect for lighting.

发荧光的；荧光灯的

adj. Having an extremely bright, noticeable colour.

颜色鲜亮的；荧光色的

The fluorescent lamp flickered above the kitchen sink.

厨房水槽上方的荧光灯闪烁不定。

Replacing fluorescent lighting with more efficient alternatives can lower electricity consumption in schools and offices.

用效率更高的照明设备替换荧光灯，可以降低学校和办公室的用电量。

注意拼写是fluorescent，常搭配lamp或tube。

What does fluorescent mean?: Emitting light through fluorescence, or using this effect for lighting. Having an extremely bright, noticeable colour.
How is fluorescent pronounced?: UK /flɔːˈresənt/, US /flʊˈresənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.