parabolic reflector

== English == === Noun === parabolic reflector A reflector with a curved reflecting surface that forms part of a paraboloid (as opposed to, for example, a sphere) ==== Usage notes ==== Parabolic reflector refers to an object designed to reflect any non-specific wave (e.g. radio, water or sound). If the reflector is designed to reflect visible light, it is often referred to as a parabolic mirror instead. === See also === plane mirror spherical mirror parabolic mirror