single-surface
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/ˈsɪŋɡəl ˈsɜːrfɪs/
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/ˈsɪŋɡəl ˈsɜːfɪs/
one continuous surface
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'single-surface' is a compound word formed from 'single,' meaning 'one,' and 'surface,' meaning 'the outer face or boundary of an object.'
Historical Evolution
The word 'surface' comes from the Old French 'surface,' which in turn comes from the Latin 'superficies,' meaning 'upper face.'
Meaning Changes
The term has consistently referred to objects or designs with one continuous surface.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having or involving only one surface.
The single-surface design of the wing made it lightweight.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 18:06