What is another word for solarization?

Pronunciation: [sˌə͡ʊləɹa͡ɪzˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA)

Solarization is a term that refers to the process of exposing material or surfaces to sunlight or other sources of ultraviolet light. It typically involves the use of a special film or filter that can block out some of the sun's rays, resulting in a unique, high-contrast effect. Synonyms for solarization include solar printing, photogrammetry, and silhouetting. Solar printing involves the use of light-sensitive chemicals and paper to create prints using sunlight, while photogrammetry involves the use of light and shadow to create three-dimensional images. Silhouetting refers to the process of creating outlines of objects or shapes using bright sunlight or other sources of light.

Synonyms for Solarization:

  • n.

    solarization
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What are the hypernyms for Solarization?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    optics, photo processing, Darkroom manipulation, Photographic effects, Photographic techniques, light manipulation.

Usage examples for Solarization

This I am led to believe is occasioned by the action of light on the yet sensitive portions of the plate, and made to appear only by subsequent exposure to mercury, being equivalent to solarization.
"American Handbook of the Daguerrotype"
Samuel D. Humphrey
If the solarization be very deep, apply the lamp beneath, and warm the plate a trifle.
"American Handbook of the Daguerrotype"
Samuel D. Humphrey
Expose an impressioned plate, that has been sufficient time in the camera to become solarized, to the vapors of bromine, and the impression will be fully developed and exhibit no signs of solarization.
"American Handbook of the Daguerrotype"
Samuel D. Humphrey

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