Optical Aberration (Noun)
Meaning
An optical phenomenon resulting from the failure of a lens or mirror to produce a good image.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The astronomer carefully adjusted the telescope to minimize optical aberration and obtain a clearer view of the distant planet.
- Optical aberration in the camera lens caused the photograph to appear distorted and unclear.
- The optician explained to the patient that the optical aberration in their eye was due to a misshapen cornea.
- The use of high-quality glass in the lens helped to reduce optical aberration and produce sharp, clear images.
- The optical aberration in the microscope made it difficult for the scientist to accurately study the microscopic sample.