laminate
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a strong material made by sticking several thin layers together.
n.a material constructed by bonding two or more layers of the same or different materials together for increased strength or durability.
Simple“We chose a durable laminate for the kitchen floor because it is easy to clean.”
In context“The structural integrity of the aircraft wing depends on a high-performance carbon-fibre laminate that resists extreme tension.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to cover a piece of paper or a card in a thin layer of protective plastic.
v.to bond a transparent plastic film to a flat surface, typically paper, to provide protection and rigidity.
Simple“The teacher decided to laminate the classroom rules so they would last all year.”
In context“The print shop offers a service to laminate large-scale maps, ensuring they remain waterproof and legible during outdoor field research.”
- 03 C1 Advanced
v.to make something by joining thin sheets of material together.
v.to manufacture a product by bonding multiple layers of material, such as wood or metal, into a single unit.
Simple“The carpenter will laminate several strips of wood to create a curved chair leg.”
In context“Engineers often laminate thin sheets of electrical steel to form the cores of transformers, which helps reduce energy loss from eddy currents.”
- 04 C2 Proficiency
adj.made of or having many thin layers.
adj.composed of or arranged in thin plates or layers; possessing a laminated structure.
Simple“The geologist pointed out the laminate structure of the rock near the cliff.”
In context“The specimen exhibited a distinct laminate morphology, suggesting a history of sequential deposition in a low-energy aquatic environment.”
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First attested in 1666; borrowed from New Latin laminātus, perfect passive participle of laminō (attested since the first quarter of the 16th century), from Latin lāmina (“thin sheet of metal/other material”), see -ate (etymology 1, 2 and 3).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.