autocinesis (C1)
noun
Definition
Autocinesis means a visual illusion in which a stationary source of light appears to move.
Examples
The article uses autocinesis to mean a visual illusion in which a stationary source of light appears to move.
The teacher asked students to find autocinesis in the reading.
How to Use autocinesis
- a/the autocinesis (noun pattern)
- Use an article when the noun is countable in context. — "The article mentioned a autocinesis."
- autocinesis in context (usage pattern)
- Use surrounding words to choose the correct sense. — "We checked autocinesis in context before translating it."
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