LASER
ˈleɪzər
Definition

Definition of LASER - Reverso English Dictionary

Abbreviation

abr: Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of RadiationTECH.device that produces a strong focused light beamTECH.
  • The surgeon used a LASER in the operation.
  • A LASER cut through the metal.
  • Scientists tested a new LASER design.
laser beam
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Origin of LASER

English light amplification + stimulated emission + radiation

Terms with LASER included in their meaning

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optical device
optical or laser device for computer navigation
technology
replaceable container holding powder used for printing in laser machines
laser focus
focus attention on something
data storage
flat disc storing data read by laser light
music data storage
plastic disc storing music or data, read by a laser
digital storage
optical disk storing digital data read by laser
measurement
technology using laser light to measure distances
detection
system detecting objects using laser light

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  1. French:laser, ...
  2. German:Laser, ...
  3. Italian:LASER, ...
  4. Spanish:láser, ...
  5. Portuguese:LASER, ...
  6. Chinese:激光, ...
  7. Japanese:レーザー, ...
  8. Arabic:لَيْزَر, ...
  9. Hebrew:לֵיְזֶר, ...
  10. Russian:ЛАЗЕР, ...
  11. Ukrainian:ЛАЗЕР, ...
  12. Hindi:लेज़र, ...
laser
ˈleɪzə
laser: device emitting a concentrated beam of light
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Definition of laser - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
focused rayTECH.device emitting a concentrated beam of lightTECH.
  • The surgeon used a laser to perform the operation.
beam light source
2.
printerTECH.device that prints using a focused light beamTECH.
  • She printed the document using a laser.
laser printer
3.
beautyTECH.hair removal using concentrated light energyTECH.
  • He opted for laser to remove unwanted hair.
depilation epilation

Verb

tr.
1.
cutting or engravingTECH.cut or engrave with a concentrated light beamTECH.
  • They lasered the serial number onto each component..
engrave etch
2.
removalTECH.remove tissue using focused light beamsTECH.
  • She decided to laser her tattoo.
ablate vaporize
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Images of laser

  • laser: device emitting a concentrated beam of light
    device emitting a concentrated beam of light
  • laser: device that prints using a focused light beam
    device that prints using a focused light beam

Expressions with laser

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intense concentration on a specific task or goal
She achieved her goals with laser focus.
tool for pointing during presentations
The teacher used a laser pen in the lecture.
small device emitting a light beam for pointing or playing
He used the laser pointer to play with his cat.
team activity using infrared guns to score points
Laser tag is great for corporate team-building events.
direct attention sharply and precisely
He can focus like a laser on the details of the project.
fast hard-hit or thrown ball
He threw a laser beam to home plate.

Origin of laser

Acronym, Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation

Examples of laser in a sentence

  • They used a laser to cut through metal.
  • The office upgraded to a new laser for faster printing.
  • He prefers using a laser for its efficiency.
  • Many people choose laser for smooth skin.
  • Laser is a popular method for hair removal.
  • The artist lasered intricate designs onto the metal.

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  1. French:laser, graver au laser, ...
  2. German:Laser, lasern, ...
  3. Italian:laser, incidere con il laser, ...
  4. Spanish:láser, cortar con láser, ...
  5. Portuguese:laser, gravar com laser, ...
  6. Chinese:激光, 用激光切割, ...
  7. Japanese:レーザー, レーザーで切る, ...
  8. Arabic:لِيزَر, نَقَشَ بِاللِّيزَر, ...
  9. Hebrew:לֵייזֶר, לַחְרֹט בְּלֵיזֶר, ...
  10. Russian:лазер, резать лазером, ...
  11. Ukrainian:лазер, лазерне різання, ...
  12. Hindi:लेज़र, लेजर से काटना, ...
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