adamantine membrane - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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adamantine membrane (english) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

Adjective + Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/ˌædəˈmæntiːn ˈmɛmˌbreɪn/

Meaning and Usage

The term "adamantine membrane" refers to a structure that is impervious, unyielding, or hard, resembling the properties of adamantine. It is often used in specialized contexts, particularly in anatomy, biology, or philosophical discussions to describe tough, resilient layers or barriers.

While "adamantine" is not commonly found in everyday conversation, it may appear more often in scholarly writings or discussions about resilience or toughness, making it more prevalent in written contexts than in oral speech.

Example Sentences

  1. The scientist described the adamantine membrane surrounding the cell as essential for protection against external threats.
    El científico describió la membrana adamantina que rodea la célula como esencial para protegerse de amenazas externas.

  2. The mythological creature was said to be shielded by an adamantine membrane that no blade could pierce.
    Se decía que la criatura mitológica estaba protegida por una membrana adamantina que ninguna hoja podía perforar.

  3. In the novel, the hero found himself trapped behind an adamantine membrane, symbolizing his challenges.
    En la novela, el héroe se encontró atrapado detrás de una membrana adamantina, simbolizando sus desafíos.

Idiomatic Expressions

Though "adamantine membrane" does not have established idiomatic expressions, the word "adamantine" itself appears in idioms and expressions highlighting the nature of being unyielding or resolute.

Example Idiomatic Expressions

  1. He stood his ground with an adamantine resolve, refusing to compromise on his beliefs.
    Se mantuvo firme con una resolución adamantina, negándose a comprometer sus creencias.

  2. Her adamantine will saw her through the toughest of times.
    Su voluntad adamantina la llevó a superar los momentos más difíciles.

  3. The policy was designed with an adamantine principle of fairness at its core.
    La política fue diseñada con un principio adamantino de equidad en su núcleo.

  4. The truth, once discovered, had an adamantine clarity that could not be denied.
    La verdad, una vez descubierta, tenía una claridad adamantina que no podía ser negada.

Etymology

The word "adamantine" comes from the Latin "adamantinus," which is derived from the Greek "adamas" (ἀδάμας) meaning "unconquerable" or "untamed," typically referring to a very hard substance, such as diamond. The term "membrane" originates from the Latin "membrana," meaning "skin" or "envelope," often used in biological contexts for layers that enclose or cover cells or tissues.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Unyielding - Indestructible - Inflexible

Antonyms: - Weak - Flexible - Yielding



25-07-2024