DIAPHRAGMS
(noun)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Diaphragms.
Diaphragms - as a noun
A mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens
Example: "The new cameras adjust the diaphragm automatically"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stop6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mechanical deviceHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(anatomy) a muscular partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities; functions in respiration
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
midriff16A contraceptive device consisting of a flexible dome-shaped cup made of rubber or plastic; it is filled with spermicide and fitted over the uterine cervix
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contraceptive diaphragmpessary12Electro-acoustic transducer that vibrates to receive or produce sound waves
Example Sentences
"The diaphragms in our cameras help control the amount of light entering the lens."
"Musicians often use diaphragms in microphones to improve sound quality."
"She is studying the mechanics of diaphragms in engineering school."
"The doctor recommended using diaphragms as a form of contraception."
"His job involves designing diaphragms for industrial applications."
Word Game Points
Is DIAPHRAGMS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, diaphragms is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DIAPHRAGMS has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is DIAPHRAGMS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, diaphragms is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDIAPHRAGMS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is DIAPHRAGMS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, diaphragms is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDIAPHRAGMS has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
