incandescent

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[edit] English

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  • IPA: ɪŋkænˈdɛsɨnt

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incandescent (comparative more incandescent, superlative most incandescent)

Positive
incandescent

Comparative
more incandescent

Superlative
most incandescent

  1. emitting light as a result of being heated
  2. shining very brightly
  3. showing intense emotion, as of a performance etc

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[edit] Noun

Singular
incandescent

Plural
incandescents

incandescent (plural incandescents)

  1. An incandescent lamp or bulb
    • 2007 March 1, Matthew L. Wald, “Room to Improve”[1], New York Times:
      Compact fluorescents are typically rated at 7,500 to 10,000 hours, and incandescents at about 1,500 hours.

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