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Lamela

Definition

Noun: A thin, flat, and thin plate or layer.

Verb: To shape or form into thin, flat plates or layers.

Adjective: Describing something that is thin and plate-like.

Sense 1: Noun

Usage: In Physics

A lamela is a microscopic structure consisting of thin plates or layers, often found in certain minerals or crystals.

Example sentence: The lamela in the mineral specimen exhibited iridescent colors when viewed under polarized light.

Sense 2: Verb

Usage: In Manufacturing

To lamela a material is to cut or shape it into thin sheets or layers, often for specific applications or processes.

Example sentence: The fabric was lamelaed to create multiple thin layers for enhanced insulation.

Sense 3: Adjective

Usage: Describing Physical Characteristics

A lamela object or structure is characterized by its thin, flat, and plate-like appearance.

Example sentence: The leaves of the tropical plant had lamela structures, making them ideal for capturing sunlight.

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