Reflecting
/ɹɪˈflɛktɪŋ/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Reflecting
verb
- To bend back (light, etc.) from a surface.
"A mirror reflects the light that shines on it."
- To be bent back (light, etc.) from a surface.
"The moonlight reflected from the surface of water."
- To mirror, or show the image of something.
"The shop window reflected his image as he walked past."
- To be mirrored.
"His image reflected from the shop window as he walked past."
- To agree with; to closely follow.
"Entries in English dictionaries aim to reflect common usage."
noun
- An instance of reflection
adjective
- That has been reflected (of light, sound etc.); undergoing reflection.
- That reflects.
"a reflecting pool"
- Having a component that reflects light.
"a reflecting telescope"
- Given to introspection; thoughtful, reflective.
- Insulting, disparaging.
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