night vision

noun

: ability to see in the dark
an animal with excellent night vision

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The president’s post was accompanied by a black and white video apparently taken with night vision equipment of a fast boat traveling with a number of occupants before suddenly exploding and bursting into flames. Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025 Even with your porch lights off at night, the camera’s infrared night vision transmits a clear image. Maggie Horton, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025 This weather-proof camera is wire-free for easy set up and features pristine 4K HDR video with color night vision, an ultra-wide 180-degree viewing angle, and up to 12x zoom. Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2025 Our test car included the optional InnoDrive system that adds adaptive cruise control, as well as a night vision system. Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 15 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for night vision

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“Night vision.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/night%20vision. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

Medical Definition

night vision

noun
: ability to see in dim light (as provided by moon and stars)
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