hard light
"Hard light" can refer to a type of lighting used in photography or a science fiction concept involving solid holograms.
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Definition
B2Photography
(technical)Lighting that creates sharp, distinct shadows and high contrast between light and dark areas.
Example
- The photographer used hard light to emphasize the model's features.
- Hard light can create a dramatic effect in portraits.
C1Science Fiction
(technical, literary)A concept where light is manipulated to form solid, tangible structures.
Example
- The spaceship's hull was made of hard light, impervious to attacks.
- In the novel, characters used hard light to create instant shelters.
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