panel

US /ˈpæn.əl/
UK /ˈpæn.əl/
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a flat, usually rectangular, piece of material, such as wood, glass, or metal, that forms part of a larger surface or is used to cover an opening

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The car door had a dented panel.
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Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity.
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a group of people gathered for a special purpose, such as to discuss an issue, judge a competition, or advise on a matter

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The expert panel discussed the economic crisis.
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She was invited to join the judging panel.
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to cover or decorate with panels

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They decided to panel the walls of the study with dark wood.
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The old room was beautifully paneled in oak.
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