Physics Definitions

noun a localized area of low air pressure or a downward air current, especially one that causes an aircraft to drop suddenly

• The airplane encountered an unexpected air pocket, causing some turbulence.
• Hold on tight, we're hitting an air pocket!
• Whoa, that air pocket was a wild ride!
• The team hit an air pocket in their project timeline, causing delays.

noun the act of dislocating or the state of being dislocated

• The dislocation of the joint was severe and required immediate medical attention.
• I heard that Sarah's dislocation happened during a game of soccer.
• Dude, did you see that dislocation on the basketball court? It was gnarly.
• The dislocation of the team's star player due to injury really threw off their performance.

adjective relating to or exhibiting chemical activity

• The actinic rays of the sun can cause damage to the skin.
• Be careful of the actinic light when you're out in the sun.
• I got a bad sunburn from that actinic sun yesterday.
• His actinic personality always brightens up the room.