Definition
infrareds
noun
- Plural of infrared; electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than visible light but shorter than microwaves, used in thermal imaging, heating, and remote sensing.
Usage: Often used in technical or scientific contexts; Can refer to infrared light, radiation, or devices that detect/emit infrared
Examples
- The security camera uses infrareds to see in complete darkness.
- Infrareds are invisible to the human eye but can be detected by special sensors.
- The thermal imaging system detects infrareds emitted by warm objects.
- Scientists study infrareds to understand heat patterns in the atmosphere.
- Night vision goggles amplify infrareds to create visible images.