grenz ray

English

Etymology

From German Grenz (“border”) (since the effects were thought to be on the border between ultraviolet light and traditional X-rays) + ray.

Noun

grenz ray (plural grenz rays)

  1. An ultrasoft X-ray used in treating various skin diseases.
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