"phi phenomenon" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: phi phenomena [plural]
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  1. The optical illusion whereby viewing a series of still images in rapid succession gives the impression of continuous motion. Wikipedia link: phi phenomenon Categories (topical): Optical illusions
    Sense id: en-phi_phenomenon-en-noun-~wPgKgqZ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

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