Mie scattering

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noun Optics.

the scattering of light by particles that are large relative to the wavelength of the light.

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Origin of Mie scattering

Named after Gustav Mie (1868–1957), German physicist

Scattering the truly disadvantaged was much easier when so many were flood-displaced.
Eight Years After Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans Has Been Resurrected|Jason Berry|August 29, 2013|DAILY BEAST
"I shall kiss your lips before I go, ma mie," said he, his voice thick now with a passion that was not all of anger.
St. Martin's Summer|Rafael Sabatini
Now, if there was one thing that Polly delighted in more than another it was the game of "Chick-a-mie, chick-a-mie, craney-crow."
That Old-Time Child, Roberta|Sophie Fox Sea
"Ma petite, ma mie, ma tres chere," those nearest heard her murmur.
A Heroine of France|Evelyn Everett-Green

Scattering wooden villages, each a line of hovels, appeared at long intervals.
Lazarre|Mary Hartwell Catherwood
Fior di granato!Se li sospiri mie fossere fuocco,Tutto il mondo sarebbe buciato.
Romance of Roman Villas|Elizabeth W. (Elizbeth Williams) Champney