facet

Các nghĩa

1. mặt (của viên ngọc)

   Any one of the flat surfaces cut into a gem.

   This facet of the diamond was masterfully cut to enhance its value.

2. khía cạnh

   One among many similar or related, yet still distinct things.

   figuratively

   The child's learning disability was only one facet of the problems contributing to his delinquency.

3. bước, giai đoạn

   One of a series of things, such as steps in a project.

   We had just about completed the research facet of the project when the order came to cancel it.

4. mắt con (ở mắt kép)

   One member of a compound eye, as found in insects and crustaceans.

5. mặt nhẵn

   A smooth circumscribed surface.

   the articular facet of a bone

6. diện khớp (đốt sống)

   Any of the small joints at each segment of the spine that provide stability and help guide motion

Dạng khác

• facets plural