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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)
stop
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mechanical device
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(anatomy) a muscular partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities; functions in respiration

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
midriff

A 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 diaphragmpessary

Electro-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."
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Word Game Points

Is DIAPHRAGMS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, diaphragms is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
DIAPHRAGMS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is DIAPHRAGMS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, diaphragms is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DIAPHRAGMS has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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