ultraviolet

US /ˌʌltrəˈvaɪəlɪt/

UK /ˌʌltrə'vaɪələt/

B2

adjective

  • Concerning light waves that are extremely short
  • Having a wavelength shorter than that of visible light and longer than that of X-rays; relating to ultraviolet radiation.

noun

  • A lamp that emits ultraviolet radiation.

other

  • Ultraviolet radiation.