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polarization (of light); polarized light
The physics concept of light waves oscillating in a single plane. Commonly seen in compounds describing products that filter or use polarized light.
偏光サングラスをかけた。
I put on polarized sunglasses.
釣りには偏光レンズが役立つ。
Polarized lenses are useful for fishing.
液晶ディスプレイは偏光の性質を利用している。
Liquid crystal displays make use of the properties of polarized light.
A physics term, but most commonly encountered in product names where it describes lenses or films that block glare. Three homophones to be aware of: 偏向 (bias), 変更 (change/alteration), and this one.
COMMON COMPOUNDS:
- 偏光サングラス: polarized sunglasses
- 偏光レンズ: polarized lens
- 偏光フィルター: polarizing filter (cameras)
- 偏光フィルム: polarizing film
HOMOPHONES (distinguished by kanji):
- 変更: change, alteration
- 偏向: bias, leaning