Term: x-ray diffraction: the scattering of X rays by the atoms of a crystal; the diffraction pattern shows structure of the crystal
Candidate hypernym: diffraction: when light passes sharp edges or goes through narrow slits the rays are deflected and produce fringes of light and dark bands → 1
Candidate hypernym: deathbed: the last few hours before death → 0
Candidate hypernym: formation: creation by mental activity → 0
Candidate hypernym: opuntiales: coextensive with the family Cactaceae: cactuses → 0
Candidate hypernym: contribution: act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity → 0
Candidate hypernym: papillon: small slender toy spaniel with erect ears and a black-spotted brown to white coat → 0
Candidate hypernym: soft-shell clam: an edible clam with thin oval-shaped shell found in coastal regions of the United States and Europe → 0
Candidate hypernym: noble metal: any metal that is resistant to corrosion or oxidation → 0
Candidate hypernym: podophyllum: perennial rhizomatous herbs → 0
Candidate hypernym: roper: a cowboy who uses a lasso to rope cattle or horses → 0
Candidate hypernym: dairy product: milk and butter and cheese → 0