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1. (adj.) refractive
of or pertaining to refraction.
2. refractive
having power to refract.
Etymology: (1830–40)
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| Definition of 'refractive' |
Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (adj) refractive, refractile
of or relating to or capable of refraction
"the refractive characteristics of the eye"
2. (adj) deflective, refractive
capable of changing the direction (of a light or sound wave)
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| Definition of 'refractive' |
Webster Dictionary |
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1. (adj) refractive
serving or having power to refract, or turn from a direct course; pertaining to refraction; as, refractive surfaces; refractive powers
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