diaphanous

/daɪˈæf.ən.əs/ · adj

Meaning

Transparent or translucent; allowing light to pass through; capable of being seen through.
Of a fine, almost transparent, texture; gossamer; light and insubstantial.
Isorefractive, having an identical refractive index.

Etymology / origin

From Medieval Latin diaphanus, from Ancient Greek διαφανής (diaphanḗs), from δια- (dia-, “through”) + φαίνω (phaínō, “to shine, appear”).

διαφανής(Ancient Greek)→
diaphanus(la-med)→
diaphanous (English)
Relations: bor, der

Related words

diaphanus(la-med)διαφανής(Ancient Greek)

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