Aerophane

Pronunciation: /ˈɛrəˌfeɪn/

Definitions of aerophane

noun a type of thin, transparent paper or cloth used for wrapping or decorating

Example Sentences

A1 An aerophane is a type of thin, transparent paper.

A2 She used aerophane to wrap the delicate gift.

B1 The artist created intricate designs on aerophane sheets.

B2 The aerophane windows in the cathedral allowed soft light to filter through.

C1 Aerophane is often used in art conservation for delicate repairs.

C2 The museum displayed ancient manuscripts on aerophane to preserve them for future generations.

Examples of aerophane in a Sentence

formal The delicate aerophane material allowed for a soft diffusion of light in the room.

informal I found a beautiful aerophane lamp at the flea market.

slang Check out this cool aerophane pendant I got for my room.

figurative Her words were like aerophane, softening the harsh truth of the situation.

Grammatical Forms of aerophane

• past tense: aerophaned
• plural: aerophanes
• comparative: more aerophane
• superlative: most aerophane
• present tense: aerophanes
• future tense: will aerophane
• perfect tense: have aerophaned
• continuous tense: is aerophaning
• singular: aerophane
• positive degree: aerophane
• infinitive: to aerophane
• gerund: aerophaning
• participle: aerophaning

Origin and Evolution of aerophane

First Known Use: 1828 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'aerophane' is derived from the Greek words 'aero' meaning air and 'phanos' meaning visible or clear.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a type of transparent paper or fabric, the term 'aerophane' has evolved to also refer to materials or objects that are translucent or allow light to pass through.