laminated

adjective

lam·​i·​nat·​ed ˈla-mə-ˌnā-təd How to pronounce laminated (audio)
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a
: composed of layers of firmly united material
b
: made by bonding or impregnating superposed layers (as of paper, wood, or fabric) with resin and compressing under heat

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These panels are made of multilayered laminated glass that will allow natural light to penetrate deep into the interior, creating a soft interplay of light and shadow intended to enhance the museum's atmosphere. New Atlas, 21 Jan. 2025 The result is a laminated dough, much like an oversize croissant, that encases ribbons of raw cane sugar and cinnamon cream cheese. Chelsea Brasted, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025 When Patisserie Week begins, the bakers need to make two batches of eight laminated breakfast pastries. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 22 Nov. 2024 It's composed of laminated layers of Canadian maple wood and fiberglass, with a layer of grippy EVA foam on top. Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 31 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for laminated 

Word History

First Known Use

1665, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of laminated was in 1665

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“Laminated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/laminated. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

Medical Definition

laminated

adjective
lam·​i·​nat·​ed ˈlam-ə-ˌnāt-əd How to pronounce laminated (audio)
: composed or arranged in layers or laminae
laminated membranes

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