phosphorescent
(adjective) emitting light without appreciable heat as by slow oxidation of phosphorous; “the phosphorescent glow of decaying wood”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
phosphorescent (comparative more phosphorescent, superlative most phosphorescent)
Having the property of emitting light for a period of time after the source of excitation is taken away, e.g, in electrostatic storage tubes and cathode-ray tubes.
phosphorescent (plural phosphorescents)
A phosphorescent substance.
Source: Wiktionary
Phos`phor*es"cent, a. Etym: [Cf. F. phosphorescent.]
Definition: Shining with a phosphoric light; luminous without sensible heat.
– n.
Definition: A phosphorescent substance.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
21 April 2025
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According to Guinness World Records, the largest coffee press is 230 cm (7 ft 6 in) in height and 72 cm (2 ft 4 in) in diameter and was created by Salzillo Tea and Coffee (Spain) in Murcia, Spain, in February 2007. The cafetière consists of a stainless steel container, a filtering piston, and a superior lid.
