infrared

infrared
/in'freuh red"/, n.
1. the part of the invisible spectrum that is contiguous to the red end of the visible spectrum and that comprises electromagnetic radiation of wavelengths from 800 nm to 1 mm.
adj.
2. noting or pertaining to the infrared or its component rays: infrared radiation. Cf. ultraviolet.
Also, infra-red.
[1825-35; INFRA- + RED1]

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