diaphanous

Значение

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.

Произносится как (IPA)

/daɪˈæf.ən.əs/

Этимология

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

Предложения

The gold became a diaphanous , glittering globe .

Золото стало диафанным, сверкающим глобусом.