laser

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a device that produces a narrow and powerful stream of light that has many special uses in medicine, industry, etc. doctors using a laser to perform delicate eye surgery

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Recent Examples of laser Retailers at the show were laser-focused on identifying the latest trends, with a keen eye for strategies to stay competitive in an industry brimming with countless shopping options. Faye Brookman, WWD, 4 Feb. 2025 The polymers were rolled into a thin film and hardened, and then a laser etched groove patterns onto the surface—essentially creating micro cavities that exposed the zirconia nanoparticles, thus enhancing the material's hydrophilic effects. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 4 Feb. 2025 Their breakout season coincided with the introduction of the beam, a purple laser that lights up the sky above Golden 1 Center every time the Kings win a game. Jason Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 3 Feb. 2025 According to the firm, the approach eliminates the need for costly lasers or complex machinery, making reactors potentially cheaper and simpler. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for laser

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“Laser.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laser. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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