1. relating to or involving photons or the science of light
Usage: technical; physics

Examples

• The photonic crystal can control the flow of light in optical devices.
• Scientists are developing photonic computers that use light instead of electricity.
• The photonic sensor detects changes in light wavelengths.
• Photonic materials have unique properties for telecommunications applications.
• The research team studied photonic bandgap structures.
• Photonic integrated circuits offer faster data processing speeds.