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optical illusion

A visually perceived image that is deceptive or misleading.

optical illusion

1. an object causing a false visual impression

2. an instance of deception by such an object

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Noun

optical illusion - an optical phenomenon that results in a false or deceptive visual impression

apparent motion, apparent movement, motion, movement - an optical illusion of motion produced by viewing a rapid succession of still pictures of a moving object; "the cinema relies on apparent motion"; "the succession of flashing lights gave an illusion of movement"

mirage - an optical illusion in which atmospheric refraction by a layer of hot air distorts or inverts reflections of distant objects

optical phenomenon - a physical phenomenon related to or involving light

Translations

optical illusion n → illusione f ottica

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optical illusion (redirected from Optical illusions)

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