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luminance

/luːˈmɪnəns/ noun · British & US
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What does luminance mean?

noun

The quality or state of giving off light, especially in the form of rays or waves. The amount of light that a surface emits per unit area.

Example

"The luminance of the city lights made it difficult to see the stars."

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