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▸ noun: (optics) The convergence to different foci, by a lens or mirror, of rays of light emanating from one and the same point, or the deviation of such rays from a single focus; a defect in a focusing mechanism that prevents the intended focal point.
▸ noun: (astronomy) A small periodical change of the apparent positions of the stars and other heavenly bodies, due to the combined effect of the motion of light and the motion of the observer.
▸ noun: (astronomy, by extension) The tendency of light rays to preferentially strike the leading face of a moving object (the effect underlying the above phenomenon).
▸ noun: A partial alienation of reason.
▸ noun: (fantasy, roleplaying games) Any creature with supernatural powers not found in the organized classes of beings in a given setting.
▸ noun: A mental disorder, especially one of a minor or temporary character.
▸ noun: (zoology, botany) Atypical development or structure; deviation from the normal type; an aberrant organ.
▸ noun: (medicine) A deviation of a tissue, organ or mental functions from what is considered to be within the normal range.
▸ noun: (electronics) A defect in an image produced by an optical or electrostatic lens system.
Similar:
aberrancy,
deviance,
distortion,
Optical aberration,
deviation,
mental aberration,
digression,
warp,
stray,
divagation,
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spherical,
chromatic,
mental,
temporary,
longitudinal,
sexual,
momentary,
lateral,
strange,
mere,
residual
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