Device that generates a beam of coherent monochromatic light (5)

I believe the answer is:

laser

(Other definitions for laser that I've seen before include "Source of intense beam" , "Beam (used in surgery)" , "Device that produces an intense beam of light" , "Coherent light beam" , "Coherent light source" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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