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Meaning of diaphragm
diaphragm (n)
a mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens
(anatomy) a muscular partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities; functions in respiration
a contraceptive device consisting of a flexible dome-shaped cup made of rubber or plastic; it is filled with spermicide and fitted over the uterine cervix
electro-acoustic transducer that vibrates to receive or produce sound waves
diaphragm (n.)
A dividing membrane or thin partition, commonly with an opening through it.
The muscular and tendinous partition separating the cavity of the chest from that of the abdomen; the midriff.
A calcareous plate which divides the cavity of certain shells into two parts.
A plate with an opening, which is generally circular, used in instruments to cut off marginal portions of a beam of light, as at the focus of a telescope.
A partition in any compartment, for various purposes.
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a mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens, (anatomy) a muscular partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities; funct
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The singer's voice resonated beautifully as she controlled her breath with the precision of a skilled diaphragm.
In photography, adjusting the aperture diaphragm allows for precise control over the depth of field.
The doctor explained how the diaphragm helps with breathing by contracting and expanding to draw air into the lungs.
A camera's shutter mechanism works in conjunction with the diaphragm to regulate the amount of light entering the lens.
