In a general-use optical pulse generator, an optical fibre made of a predetermined material added with a rare-earth material is vibrated by a displacement element such as a piezoelectric element so as to open and close an optical path provided for an optical signal, so that an optical pulse signal is generated.
outing(Noun) An appearance to perform in public, for example in a drama, film, on a musical album, as a sports contestant etc. Outing. Outing is the act of disclosing a gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender person's sexual orientation or gender identity without that person's consent. Outing gives rise to issues of privacy, choice, hypocrisy, and harm in addition to sparking debate on what constitutes common good in efforts to combat homophobia and heterosexism.
Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: 1  outfit(Noun) A set of clothing (with accessories). 2  outfit(Noun) gear consisting of a set of articles or tools for a specified purpose. 3  outfit(Noun) Any cohesive group of people; a unit; such as a military company. 4  outfit(Noun) A business or firm. 5  outfit(Noun) A sports team.