TechnologySeptember 6, 2026

stroboscopic

stroh-buh-SKAH-pik

Definition

Relating to or using a device that emits short, rapid pulses of light to create the illusion of freezing movement.

Etymology

The word is derived from the Greek 'strobos' meaning 'a whirling' and 'skopein' meaning 'to look at.' It was originally used to describe instruments that used rotating disks to observe rapid motion.

In the news

In the article, the Dyson CameraJet uses a stroboscopic light to provide bursts of illumination inside the mouth, ensuring the camera can capture clear images despite the dark environment.

Dyson’s New AI Toothbrush Conducts Video Surveillance on the Inside of Your Mouth

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