coruscation
pronunciation
How to pronounce coruscation in British English: UK [ˌkɒrəs'keɪʃən]
How to pronounce coruscation in American English: US [ˌkɒrəs'keɪʃən]
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- Noun:
- the occurrence of a small flash or spark
- a sudden or striking display of brilliance
Word Origin
- coruscation (n.)
- late 15c., from Latin coruscationem (nominative coruscatio), noun of action from past participle stem of coruscare "to vibrate, glitter" (see coruscate).