Meaning & Definition of word "Infrared"

Infrared

/ˌɪnfrəˈrɛd/

1. Electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than visible light.
- Example: The infrared emitted by the heater warmed the room quickly.
2. A type of radiation that is used in various applications such as thermal imaging.
- Example: The study utilized infrared to gauge the temperature variations across the surface.

1. Relating to or denoting electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than visible light, typically between 700 nanometers and 1 millimeter.
- Example: The infrared camera can detect heat emitted from living organisms.
2. Referring to a portion of the spectrum of light that is not visible to the human eye.
- Example: Infrared technology is used in remote controls to communicate with devices.

From Latin 'infra-' meaning 'below' and 'red', referring to the wave lengths below the visible red spectrum.

infrared spectroscopy:

A technique used to identify and study chemicals based on their absorption of infrared light.

infrared camera:

A device used to capture images based on infrared radiation.

infrared sauna:

A type of sauna that uses infrared heaters to emit heat directly to the body.

electromagnetic spectrum:

The range of all types of electromagnetic radiation.

thermal imaging:

The technique of using infrared cameras to detect heat.

Meaning: Used informally to refer to anything that is hidden or not immediately visible.

Example Sentence: He's got some infrared moves when it comes to sneaking around.

Meaning: Refers to the use of thermal technology in a casual manner.

Example Sentence: Let’s use infrared for some of our night missions, it’s way cooler!