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schlieren

Syllabification: (schlie·ren)

Pronunciation: /ˈSHli(ə)rən/

Definition of schlieren

noun

technical

discernible layers in a transparent material that differ from the surrounding material in density or composition.
Geology irregular streaks or masses in igneous rock that differ from the surrounding rock in texture or composition.