lamina

noun
UK: /ˈlæmɪnə/
US: /ˈlæmɪnə/

  1. A thin layer or sheet of material.

    1. The lamina is very thin.
    2. The technician examined the lamina under a microscope for defects in the metal's surface.

  2. A layer of sedimentary rock or soil, visually distinct from adjacent layers.

    1. I see a lamina on the rock.
    2. Each lamina represents a distinct period of deposition, showcasing changes in the environment.

Synonyms

layer sheet foil film

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "lamina" in English means: A thin layer or sheet of material., A layer of sedimentary rock or soil, visually distinct from adjacent layers..

The phonetic transcription of "lamina" is /ˈlæmɪnə/ in British English and /ˈlæmɪnə/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "lamina": layer, sheet, foil, film.

Example usage of "lamina": "The lamina is very thin.". More examples on the page.