Unnumbered source etymology
Original entry ↗To use a laser beam on, as for cutting. · To use a laser beam on, as for targeting or rangefinding. · To operate as a laser; to release coherent light due to stimulation.
Back-formation from laser, as if removing -er. Compare mase.
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