Diaphragm

Tamil Dictionary definitions for Diaphragm

Diaphragm : உதரவிதானம்

Diaphragm definition

Noun.

  1. A dividing membrane or thin partition, commonly with an opening through it.
  2. The muscular and tendinous partition separating the cavity of the chest from that of the abdomen; the midriff.
  3. A calcareous plate which divides the cavity of certain shells into two parts.
  4. A plate with an opening, which is generally circular, used in instruments to cut off marginal portions of a beam of light, as at the focus of a telescope.
  5. A partition in any compartment, for various purposes.