catacaustic Meaning, Definition & Usage

Cat`a*caus"tic adjective

Etymology

Pref. cata + caustic.

Definitions

1. (Physics) Relating to, or having the properties of, a caustic curve formed by reflection. See Caustic, a. Nichol.

Cat`a*caus"tic noun

Definitions

1. (Physics) A caustic curve formed by reflection of light. Nichol.