TRANSLUCENCE Meaning and
Definition
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Translucence is a term used to describe the quality or state of being partially transparent, allowing the passage of light but diffusing it to some extent. It is the property of certain materials or substances that allow light to penetrate them, resulting in a soft or hazy appearance. Translucence is often associated with objects that possess a level of opaqueness, preventing a clear view of what lies behind them, yet still convey a sense of luminosity or brightness.
This phenomenon occurs when light travels through a substance, such as glass, water, or certain fabrics, and is scattered or refracted due to variations in its density. The effect of translucence can be observed in various natural and man-made objects, such as frosted glass, paper, or frothy liquids. It is also an essential characteristic of certain natural phenomena, like the translucent petals of a flower or the subtly diffused light passing through a cloud.
Translucence is distinguished from transparency, as it represents a level of opacity that allows some light to pass through while still obstructing a clear view. It creates an intriguing visual effect, producing a sense of ethereality or softness. Artists and designers often employ and play with translucence to achieve particular aesthetic effects or to control the diffusion of light in their work. The phenomenon of translucence offers a delicate balance between obscured visibility and a gentle glow, contributing to the overall visual appeal of objects or materials that possess this quality.
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That property of certain minerals and other substances which permits light to pass through them, but not in sufficient quantity to slow distinctly the forms and colours of objects placed on their other side.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of TRANSLUCENCE
The word translucence is derived from the Latin word translucens, which is the present participle of the verb translucent, meaning to shine through or to be clear.
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