Meaning of the word filament in English
What does filament mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
filament
US /ˈfɪl.ə.mənt/
UK /ˈfɪl.ə.mənt/
Noun
1.
a slender threadlike object or fiber, especially one found in animal or plant structures
Example:
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The spider spun a delicate silk filament.
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Each muscle fiber is composed of many smaller filaments.
2.
a conducting wire or thread with a high melting point, forming part of an electric lamp or electronic valve and heated by an electric current
Example:
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The light bulb's filament glowed brightly when electricity passed through it.
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Older incandescent bulbs use a tungsten filament.