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English

Noun

facet ( plural facets )

1. Any one of the flat surfaces cut into a gem.

   The facets of the diamond were masterfully cut to enhance its value.

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

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

3. 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. ( anatomy ) One member of a compound eye, as found in insects and crustaceans.

Derived terms

• multifaceted

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Verb

to facet ( third-person singular simple present facets , present participle faceting , simple past faceted , past participle faceted )

1. To cut a facet into a gemstone.

Other Translations for "facet"

Braille 6 Dot
Braille 8 Dot
Sign Language Spelling
Morse Code		facet
Hex		66 e1 63 65 74
Pig Latin		acetfay

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