noun
- plural of phosphore; substances or materials that exhibit phosphorescence, emitting light without heat after exposure to radiation
Usage: technical; chiefly used in scientific and industrial contexts
Examples
- The watch dial was coated with phosphores that glowed in the dark.
- Scientists studied various phosphores to improve the efficiency of fluorescent lamps.
- The phosphores in the paint allowed the safety signs to remain visible at night.
- Different phosphores emit different colors depending on their chemical composition.