optics

Meaning

1. The physics of light and vision: basic optical science.
2. Technology that makes use of such physics: applied optical science; business lines making use of such technology.
3. The light-related aspects of a device.
4. Perception, image, public relations, especially in politics.

Synonyms

opt

optical

outlook

perspective

point of view

opticals

photology

visual science

OPT

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈɒptɪks/

Etymology

From Medieval Latin opticus (“optic, optical”), from Ancient Greek ὀπτικός (optikós), equivalent to optic + -ics.