AFTERIMAGE
afterimage, aftersensation
(noun) an image (usually a negative image) that persists after stimulation has ceased
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
afterimage (plural afterimages)
An image which persists or remains in negative after the original stimulation has ended.
Synonyms
• photogene (dated)
Source: Wiktionary
Aft"er-im`age(#), n.
Definition: The impression of a vivid sensation retained by the retina of the eye after the cause has been removed; also extended to impressions left of tones, smells, etc.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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