delamination

English

Etymology

From de- +‎ lamination.

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /diːˌlæmɪˈneɪʃən/

Noun

delamination (countable and uncountable, plural delaminations)

  1. The separation of the layers of a laminar composite material as a result of repeated stress, or failure of the adhesive
  2. (biology) The formation of a gastrula by the splitting of the blastoderm

Synonyms

  • (composites): delam (abbreviation)

Derived terms

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