brewster

/ˈbruːstər/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of optical aberration, especially a defect in a lens that causes a beam of light to diverge.

“The astronomer carefully examined the effects of the brewster on the telescope’s image.”

2. noun

A person who brews beer.

“After retiring, John became a part-time brewster and experimented with new craft beer recipes.”

Synonyms

  • brewer
  • lens defect

Antonyms

  • perfect lens