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maser

Syllabification: (ma·ser)
Pronunciation: /ˈmāzər/

Definition of maser

noun

  • a device using the stimulated emission of radiation by excited atoms to amplify or generate coherent monochromatic electromagnetic radiation in the microwave range.

Origin:

1950s: acronym from microwave amplification by the stimulated emission of radiation

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