adj
Meaning 1
Pertaining to mirrors; mirror-like, reflective.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Standard Lemma guide
specular
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UK: /ˈspɛk.jʊ.lə/
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US: /ˈspɛk.jə.lɚ/
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adj
Meaning 2
Of or relating to a speculum; conducted with the aid of a speculum.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: medicine, sciences
Examples
- a specular examination
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adj
Meaning 3
Assisting sight, like a lens etc.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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adj
Meaning 4
Offering an expansive view; picturesque.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: poetic
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adjective satellite
Meaning 5
capable of reflecting light like a mirror
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- mirrorlike surface of the lake
- a specular metal
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: mirrorlike
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
From Latin speculāris, from speculum; and in some senses from speculārī (“to watch, observe”). Some later senses via French spéculaire.