Added 9 October 2026
reflexion
/ɹɪˈflɛkʃ(ə)n/ noun
Latin root: reflexiō Wiktionary
noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about reflexion at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
- The phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface.
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Expression without words.
tears are an expression of grief
- A remark expressing careful consideration.
Origin
From Middle English reflexion, reflexioun, from Middle French reflexion and its etymon Late Latin reflexiō; the variant spelling reflection is due to influence from correction.
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