refractive Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective of or relating to or capable of refraction
    refractile.
    • the refractive characteristics of the eye
  2. adjective satellite capable of changing the direction (of a light or sound wave)
    deflective.

WordNet

Re*fract"ive adjective
Etymology
Cf. F. réfractif. See Refract.
Definitions
  1. Serving or having power to refract, or turn from a direct course; pertaining to refraction; as, refractive surfaces; refractive powers.

Webster 1913