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luminance
noun lu·mi·nance \ˈlü-mə-nən(t)s\
Definition of LUMINANCE
1
: the quality or state of being luminous
2
: the luminous intensity of a surface in a given direction per unit of projected area
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First Known Use of LUMINANCE
1867
Medical Dictionary
luminance
noun lu·mi·nance \ˈlü-mə-nən(t)s\
Medical Definition of LUMINANCE
1
: the quality or state of being luminous
2
: the luminous intensity of a surface in a given direction per unit of projected area
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