aberration
noun
/ˌæb.əˈɹeɪ.ʃn̩/
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- (astronomy) A small periodical change of the apparent positions of the stars and other heavenly bodies, due to the combined effect of the motion of light and the motion of the observer. [Mid 18th century.]
- A mental disorder, especially one of a minor or temporary character. [Early 19th century.]
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aberratio
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- (optics) The convergence to different foci, by a lens or mirror, of rays of light emanating from one and the same point, or the deviation of such rays from a single focus; a defect in a focusing mechanism that prevents the intended focal point. [Mid 18th century.]
- (zoology, botany) Atypical development or structure; deviation from the normal type; an aberrant organ. [Mid 19th century.]
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deliratio
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- A partial alienation of reason. [Early 19th century.]
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amentia
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aberrant
adjective
/əˈbeɹ.ənt/
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/əˈbɛɹ.ənt/
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/ˈæb.ə.ɹənt/
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- Differing from the norm. [First attested sometime between the mid 16th century and the early 17th century.]
- (sometimes, figuratively) Straying from the right way; deviating from morality or truth. [First attested in the mid 18th century.]
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Ceritus
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