Definitions of reflection:

  • noun:   the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material)
    Example: "He studied his reflection in the mirror"
  • noun:   the ability to reflect beams or rays
  • noun:   the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface
  • noun:   (mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed
  • noun:   a likeness in which left and right are reversed
  • noun:   a calm lengthy intent consideration
  • noun:   a remark expressing careful consideration
  • noun:   expression without words
    Example: "The pulse is a reflection of the heart's condition"