Prisms — Word of the Day

What does prisms mean?

noun

A transparent solid bounded by two polished surfaces, typically at right angles, that refract light and produce a spectrum of colors. A prism can also refer to a shape or object that has a similar effect, such as a prism of glass or plastic.

Example

"The artist used prisms to refract light and create a colorful display in her sculpture."

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Synonyms for prisms

spectra lenses mirrors crystals optics refractors

Rhymes with prisms

prisms whims isms dims

Etymologically related

Greek: πρίσμα (prisma), prismos, 'something sawed off', from πρίσσω (prissō), 'to saw', from πρίσσω (prissō), 'to cut'; Latin: prisma, prismatis, 'a sawed-off piece'; English: prism, from Old French: prismes, from Latin: prisma.