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Reflection
01
the action or process where a wave, such as light or sound, bounces back from a surface instead of passing through
02
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
03
expression without words
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a likeness in which left and right are reversed
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the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material)
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the ability to reflect beams or rays
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a remark expressing careful consideration
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(mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed
reflection
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flection
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Example
Scientists use the principles of reflection in designing certain optical instruments, like periscopes.
The reflection of light off the mirror allowed him to see around the corner.
The calm lake's surface served as a perfect mirror, providing a clear reflection of the surrounding mountains.
Noumenon encourages reflection on the nature of perception, reality, and the boundaries of human cognition.
In the afterword, a noted critic shared their reflections on the novel.
