infrared radiation

/ˌˈɪnfrəˌrɛd ˈreɪdiˌeɪʃən/
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Other forms: infrared radiations

Definitions of infrared radiation
  1. noun
    electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than visible light but shorter than radio waves
    synonyms: infrared, infrared emission, infrared light
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    type of:
    actinic radiation, actinic ray
    electromagnetic radiation that can produce photochemical reactions
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