safelight

/ˈseɪfˌlaɪt/
noun
  1. A special lamp used in a darkroom that produces light of a color and intensity that does not damage photographic film or paper.
    • Make sure the safelight is the correct type for the film you are using.
    • The photographer turned on the safelight before developing the film.
    • Under the dim red glow of the safelight, she carefully placed the paper in the developer.
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