luminesce

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Verb luminesce has 1 sense

luminesce - be or become luminescent; exhibit luminescence
--₁ is one way to reflect, shine

Derived forms: noun luminescence₁, noun luminescence₂
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Definitions from the Web

Luminesce

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: To emit light without significant heat, often as a result of chemical reactions or energy absorption.

Example Sentence 1: The glow-in-the-dark stickers on the ceiling luminesce in the darkness.

Example Sentence 2: The deep-sea organisms have evolved to luminesce, enabling them to communicate or camouflage with their surrounding environment.

Other senses and usages of Luminesce:

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: Soft, diffused light that emanates from a source.

Example Sentence: The luminesce from the lantern created a cozy ambiance in the room.

Part of Speech: adjective

Definition: Having a gentle, radiant glow.

Example Sentence: The luminesce moon illuminated the path through the forest.

Popular and Local Usage of Luminesce:

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: In local folklore, to possess the ability to emit a supernatural or ethereal light.

Example Sentence: According to the legend, the mythical creature would luminesce and guide lost travelers through the treacherous woods.