Definition of delaminate in English:
delaminate
verb diːˈlamɪneɪtdēˈlaməˌnāt
[with object]technical Divide into layers.
delaminating the horn into thin sheets
no object the plywood was starting to delaminate
Example sentencesExamples
- Shrinkage cracks and dusting and delaminating problems have been reduced.
- But here's the important point: under a given set of conditions, it may be impossible to finish a slab without delaminating it.
- I presume that upon being sawn some laminate panels crack and delaminate themselves, and these do not, or possibly splinter lightly.
- Additionally, the elevator horn had been delaminated.
- One cut, as you say, can delaminate the outer layer of carbon, while two cuts coming in from opposite directions will not.
Derivatives
noun
technical A recent study found that delamination of the patellar component was a common finding, particularly if the implant has been retrieved more than two years after implantation.
Example sentencesExamples
- In the case of plywood siding, look for areas of delamination - separation of the layers of plywood - or for overlap seam that may be working loose.
- The complex composite structure of the plane would be weakened by any colouring, as heat would build up, leading to delamination and possible cracking.
- The material strongly and uniformly adheres to substrates with no bridging, flaking, or delamination even when the devices are fully expanded.
- The areas of delamination of the panels of food safe cladding in the existing factory continued to be a source of concern.
Origin
Late 19th century: from de- 'away' + Latin lamina 'thin plate' + -ate3.