Where does “specular” come from?
Specular derives from Latin specularis, formed from Latin speculum (mirror) and the Latin adjectival suffix -aris, ultimately tracing to Proto-Indo-European -trom and -tḗr.
specular (English): Pertaining to mirrors; mirror-like, reflective;...
Definitions
- Pertaining to mirrors; mirror-like, reflective;...
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