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rays

[reɪz]

rays Definition

  • 1a narrow beam of light, heat, or other energy
  • 2a line of light that shines from the sun, a lamp, etc.
  • 3a mark or pattern made by the sun on a surface

Using rays: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rays" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The sun's rays shone through the window.

  • Example

    The rays of the sun were warm on my face.

  • Example

    The X-rays showed a fracture in the bone.

  • Example

    The manta ray is a type of fish that lives in the ocean.

rays Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for rays

Phrases with rays

  • bursting with rays

    shining brightly

    Example

    The sky was bursting with rays of sunlight.

  • catch someone's rays

    to interrupt someone who is sunbathing

    Example

    I'm going to go catch some rays at the beach this afternoon.

  • a small sign that something positive may happen in the future

    Example

    After months of searching, she finally saw a ray of hope in her job search.

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Summary: rays in Brief

The term 'rays' [reɪz] refers to narrow beams of light, heat, or energy, as well as lines of light that shine from the sun or lamps. It can also refer to marks or patterns made by the sun on a surface. Examples include 'The sun's rays shone through the window' and 'The X-rays showed a fracture in the bone.' Phrases include 'bursting with rays,' meaning shining brightly, and 'ray of hope,' meaning a small sign of positivity.