repulsor ray

English

Noun

repulsor ray (plural repulsor rays)

1. (science fiction) An energetic ray that pushes away or repels objects.
   • 1966, “Iron Man (theme song)”, Jacques Urbont (lyrics) (The Marvel Super Heroes (television series)):

     Tony Stark makes you feel
     He’s a cool exec with a heart of steel.
     As Iron Man, all jets ablaze,
     He’s fighting and smiting with repulsor rays!
     Amazing armor! That’s Iron Man!
     A blazing power! That’s Iron Man!