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fiber optics
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fiber optics
n.
An optical system in which light or an image is conveyed by a compact bundle of fine flexible glass or plastic fibers.

fiber-optic adj.


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Now, it promises to be as light as a leaf, with structure and cast aluminium deck integrated as far as possible and swooping over the water, illuminated at night by continuous fibre optics to make a delicate luminous suture between the two halves of the severed city.
Two round plates of blue glass inset with fibre optics provide a touch of nocturnal magic.
However, Brown does indicate that the town is encountering a problem getting the fibre optics implemented throughout the community.
 
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