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Meaning of Abbe number | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ˈɑ.bə ˈnʌm.bɚ

Definitions

A number that represents the reciprocal of the dispersive power of a substance with transparent qualities.

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

Abbe refractometer Abbe-Zeiss apparatus Abbee Abberley abbess Abbethdin

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