luminescent

The definition of luminescent is something or someone that glows or emits light.

(adjective)

A lamp that emits bright light is an example of something that would be described as luminescent.

See luminescent in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

of, exhibiting, or capable of exhibiting luminescence

Origin: < L lumen, light + -escent

See luminescent in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Capable of, suitable for, or exhibiting luminescence.

Origin:

Origin: Latin lūmen, lūmin-, light; see lumen

Origin: + -escent

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