Achromat

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪˌkroʊˌmæt/

Definitions of achromat

noun a lens or mirror that is free of chromatic aberration

Example Sentences

A1 An achromat is a type of lens that corrects color distortion in images.

A2 The photographer used an achromat to capture clear and vibrant pictures.

B1 When shopping for a camera lens, consider the benefits of an achromat for improved image quality.

B2 Professional photographers often invest in high-quality achromats to achieve precise color accuracy in their photos.

C1 The achromat used in the telescope allowed for sharp and detailed views of distant galaxies.

C2 The scientist carefully calibrated the achromat to ensure accurate measurements in the experiment.

Examples of achromat in a Sentence

formal The scientist used an achromat lens to study the specimen under the microscope.

informal I borrowed my friend's achromat camera lens for the photography project.

slang I need to get my hands on that achromat filter for my camera.

figurative Her worldview was like an achromat, seeing things in black and white without any shades of gray.

Grammatical Forms of achromat

• plural: achromats
• comparative: more achromatic
• superlative: most achromatic
• present tense: achromatizes
• future tense: will achromatize
• perfect tense: has achromatized
• continuous tense: is achromatizing
• singular: achromat
• positive degree: achromatic
• infinitive: to achromatize
• gerund: achromatizing
• participle: achromatized

Origin and Evolution of achromat

First Known Use: 1830 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'achromat' originated from the Greek words 'a-' meaning 'without' and 'chroma' meaning 'color'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the field of optics to refer to a lens that does not focus different colors of light to the same point, the term has evolved to also be used in biology to describe organisms lacking pigment or coloration.