Redshift
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɹɛdˌʃɪft/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Redshift is a noun meaning (physics: astronomy, relativity) An increase in the wavelength of a photon or of light, corresponding to a lower frequency and a shift toward the red end of the electromagnetic spectrum.
Meaning
(physics: astronomy, relativity) An increase in the wavelength of a photon or of light, corresponding to a lower frequency and a shift toward the red end of the electromagnetic spectrum.
More Meanings
- (physics: astronomy, relativity) (ergative) (said of light or a photon) To shift toward the red end of the electromagnetic spectrum; to change to a longer wavelength and a lower frequency.
Word Forms
- redshifts
- red shift
- redshifting
- redshifted
Antonyms for redshift
Common opposites include blueshift.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include quasars, supernovae, blueshift, lightshift, phaseshift, refraction.
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