Meaning of the word ultraviolet in English

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

ultraviolet

US /ˌʌl.trəˈvaɪə.lət/
UK /ˌʌl.trəˈvaɪə.lət/
"ultraviolet" picture

Noun

the ultraviolet part of the spectrum; ultraviolet radiation.

Adjective

(of electromagnetic radiation) having a wavelength shorter than that of the violet end of the visible spectrum but longer than that of X-rays.