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lenticule

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /lɛnˈtɪkjuːl/

KK: /lɛnˈtɪkjuːl/

noun
Definition

A small lens or a tiny groove that is often found on surfaces like projection screens or film, used to enhance images or create effects.


Example

The lenticule on the projection screen helped to improve the clarity of the images being displayed.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard of a lenticule?
Sloth B
Yeah, isn't it one of those tiny lenses used in photography?
Sloth A
Exactly! They help create those cool 3D images.
Sloth B
That's pretty neat; I didn't realize how much detail they added.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
lens
groove
corrugation
Antonyms
flat
smooth
plain
Root Explanation

Lenticule → It is derived from the Latin "lenticula" (meaning small lens), which is a diminutive form of "lens" (meaning lentil or lens). The word "lenticule" refers to a small lens or a lens-like structure.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'small lens' ('lenticula') to remember that a lenticule is a tiny lens or lens-like shape.

Visually Confused Words
denticule
reticule
denticle
entice
denticulate
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