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Meaning of diaphragm



Definitions of diaphragm

1. [n] - (anatomy) a muscular partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities

2. [n] - a contraceptive device consisting of a flexible dome-shaped cup made of rubber or plastic

3. [n] - electro-acoustic transducer that vibrates to receive or produce sound waves

4. [n] - a mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens

 

Quotes - Example use of the word diaphragm

1. the new cameras adjust the diaphragm automatically

2. it is filled with spermicide and fitted over the uterine cervix

3. functions in respiration





diaphragm Synonyms

midriff

contraceptive diaphragm

pessary

stop

 

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