# laser vs luster

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### laser
*noun · IPA /ˈleɪz.ə(ɹ)/ · frequency rank #5,140*
A device that produces a monochromatic, coherent beam of light.

### luster
*noun · IPA /ˈlʌstɚ/ · frequency rank #30,486*
The ability or condition of shining with reflected light; sheen, gleam, gloss, sparkle, shine, etc.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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