Associations to the word «Refraction»

Wiktionary

REFRACTION, noun. (physics) The turning or bending of any wave, such as a light or sound wave, when it passes from one medium into another of different optical density.
REFRACTION, noun. (metallurgy) The degree to which a metal or compound can withstand heat

Dictionary definition

REFRACTION, noun. The change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another.
REFRACTION, noun. The amount by which a propagating wave is bent.

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy