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lucent

One entry found.

Main Entry: lu·cent

Pronunciation: \ˈlü-s^ənt\

Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from Latin lucent-, lucens, present participle of lucēre to shine — more at light

Date: 15th century

1 : glowing with light : luminous
2 : marked by clarity or translucence : clear

— lu·cent·ly adverb

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