ˌjuˈvi

Definition

Definition of UV - Reverso English Dictionary

Abbreviation

abr: ultraviolet

TECH.

type of light not visible to human eyes

TECH.

UV rays can cause sunburn.
UV lamps are used for sterilization.
The scientist measured UV intensity.

ultraviolet radiation

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Expressions with UV

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UV radiation

electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible light

UV radiation can cause sunburn.

UV A

acr.

type of light from the sun

UV A rays can cause sunburn.

Terms with UV included in their meaning

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sunscreen

UV protection

product containing compounds to absorb or reflect UV radiation

suncream

UV protection

product that blocks harmful UV rays

suntan

medical

obtain a tan using UV light

tanning bed

beauty

device emitting UV radiation for a cosmetic suntan

brightening agent

textiles

compound that increases textile brightness using UV light

cadmium cell

technology

photocell with cadmium electrode sensitive to UV light

glacier cream

skincare

sunscreen formulated to protect skin against extreme cold and UV rays

phenylbenzimidazole

chemistry

chemical compound used in sunscreens to absorb UV radiation

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