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lucent

adjective lu·cent \ˈlü-s^ənt\

Definition of LUCENT

: glowing with light : luminous

: marked by clarity or translucence : clear

— lu·cent·ly adverb

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Middle English, from Latin lucent-, lucens, present participle of lucēre to shine — more at light

First Known Use: 15th century

Synonyms: crystal, crystal clear, crystalline, limpid, liquid, clear, pellucid, see-through, transparent

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adjective lu·cent \ˈlüs-^ənt\

: glowing with light

: marked by clarity or translucence <a lucent membrane>—see radiolucent

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