refract
[ ri-frakt ]
/ rɪˈfrækt /
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verb (used with object)
to subject to refraction.
to determine the refractive condition of (an eye).
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British Dictionary definitions for refract
refract
/ (rɪˈfrækt) /
verb (tr)
to cause to undergo refraction
to measure the refractive capabilities of (the eye, a lens, etc)
Derived forms of refract
refractable, adjectiveWord Origin for refract
C17: from Latin refractus broken up, from refringere, from re- + frangere to break
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Medical definitions for refract
refract
[ rĭ-frăkt′ ]
v.
To deflect something, especially light, from a straight path by refraction.
To determine the refraction of an eye or a lens.
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