Definition

Relating to or using multiple ranges of wavelengths or frequencies, especially in the context of light or electromagnetic radiation.

Example

The multispectral imaging system can capture images in several different wavelengths.

Conversation

I just read about multispectral imaging in my science class.

Oh really? What’s that all about?

It's a technique that captures data at different wavelengths of light.

That sounds cool! It must be useful for things like agriculture or environmental monitoring.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Multispectral → It is formed from "multi-" (meaning many) and "spectrum" (from Latin *spectrum*, meaning appearance or image). The word "multispectral" refers to something that involves many different wavelengths of light or colors.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('multi-') different 'appearances' or 'images' ('spectrum') — that's what multispectral means.

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