Meaning of the word laser in English

What does laser mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

laser

US /ˈleɪ.zɚ/
UK /ˈleɪ.zər/
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Noun

a device that produces a powerful, narrow beam of light that can be used for cutting, burning, or for sending signals

Example:
The surgeon used a laser to perform the delicate operation.
A powerful laser beam can cut through steel.

Verb

to aim a laser beam at something or someone

Example:
The police officer lasered the suspect's car.
He lasered the target with precision.
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