diaphanous

Betekenis

1. Transparent or translucent; allowing light to pass through; capable of being seen through.
2. Of a fine, almost transparent, texture; gossamer; light and insubstantial.
3. Isorefractive, having an identical refractive index.

Uitgesproken als (IPA)

/daɪˈæf.ən.əs/

Etymologie

From Medieval Latin diaphanus, from Ancient Greek διαφανής (diaphanḗs), from δια- (dia-, “through”) + φαίνω (phaínō, “to shine, appear”).

Zinnen

The gold became a diaphanous , glittering globe .

Het goud werd een diaphanous, glinsterende bol.