filament — a very thin thread or fiber, especially one in a light bulb that glows when heated
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a very thin thread or fiber, especially one in a light bulb that glows when heated
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɪləmənt/
Example Sentences
- The scientist examined the spider's web filaments under a microscope and declared them 'nature's finest fishing line.'
- When the old lamp's filament finally gave up, it flickered like it was saying goodbye.
- Modern LED filaments are designed to look like traditional bulbs but last much longer.
filament
NOUN[/ˈfɪləmənt/]
a very thin thread or fiber, especially one in a light bulb that glows when heated
The thin glowing filament inside the bulb lights up the inventor's workshop.
The filament's element finds its perfect complement!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin filum, meaning 'thread' or 'fiber'. The term originally described fine, thread-like structures, reflecting the Latin root's literal sense of thin, spun material.
Breakdown
fil- (from Latin filum, thread) + -ament (noun-forming suffix denoting an object or structure). The suffix -ament derives from Latin -amentum, indicating a thing or implement.
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📝Examples
“The scientist examined the spider's web filaments under a microscope and declared them 'nature's finest fishing line.'”
“When the old lamp's filament finally gave up, it flickered like it was saying goodbye.”
“Modern LED filaments are designed to look like traditional bulbs but last much longer.”
“The muscle filaments contract and relax to create movement in our body.”
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