luminescence
noun
lu·mi·nes·cence
ˌlü-mə-ˈne-sᵊn(t)s 
: the low-temperature emission of light (as by a chemical or physiological process)
also
: light produced by luminescence
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Examples of luminescence in a Sentence
the luminescence of the watch
we could see inside the cave even without a flashlight because of the luminescence coming from some of the fungus on the walls
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To finish, press a touch of an iridescent or sparkling formula onto the center of the lids for that extra hint of luminescence.
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India Espy-Jones, Essence, 9 Oct. 2024
But despite a few previous examples, the 1974 tour (and the live album that followed) may have been the most prominent moment when saluting a musician by way of real or artificial luminescence truly, well, came to light.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2024
The watch also features a unique green luminescence and an hourglass emblem at 10 o'clock, enhancing its vintage appeal.
—Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2024
Solar eclipses are often referred to as intense new moons because, during the monthly start to the lunar cycle, the luminescence of the sun’s rays bouncing off the moon is obscured, creating a dark moon that contrasts with the brightness of a full moon.
—Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 8 Apr. 2024
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India Espy-Jones, Essence, 9 Oct. 2024
But despite a few previous examples, the 1974 tour (and the live album that followed) may have been the most prominent moment when saluting a musician by way of real or artificial luminescence truly, well, came to light.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2024
The watch also features a unique green luminescence and an hourglass emblem at 10 o'clock, enhancing its vintage appeal.
—Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2024
Solar eclipses are often referred to as intense new moons because, during the monthly start to the lunar cycle, the luminescence of the sun’s rays bouncing off the moon is obscured, creating a dark moon that contrasts with the brightness of a full moon.
—Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 8 Apr. 2024
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“Luminescence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luminescence. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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luminescence
noun
lu·mi·nes·cence
ˌlü-mə-ˈnes-ᵊn(t)s
: the giving off of light at low temperatures especially as part of a chemical process (as of the body)
also
: such light
Medical Definition
luminescence
noun
lu·mi·nes·cence
ˌlü-mə-ˈnes-ᵊn(t)s
: the low-temperature emission of light produced especially by physiological processes (as in the firefly), by chemical action, by friction, or by electrical action
also
: light produced by luminescence
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