x-ray: Meaning and Definition of
x-ray
Pronunciation: (eks'rā"), [key]
— n.
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- Often,x-rays.a form of electromagnetic radiation, similar to light but of shorter wavelength and capable of penetrating solids and of ionizing gases.
- such radiation having wavelengths in the range of approximately 0.1–10 nm.
- a radiograph made by x-rays.
- (cap.) a word in communications to represent the letter X.
—v.t.
- to examine, photograph, or treat with x-rays.
—adj.
- of or pertaining to x-rays.
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