Diaphragm

/ˈdaɪəˌfɹæm/

noun

  1. In mammals, a sheet of muscle separating the thorax from the abdomen, contracted and relaxed in respiration to draw air into and expel air from the lungs; also called thoracic diaphragm.

  2. Any of various membranes or sheets of muscle or ligament which separate one cavity from another.

  3. A contraceptive device consisting of a flexible cup, used to cover the cervix during intercourse.

verb

  1. To reduce lens aperture using an optical diaphragm.

  2. To act as a diaphragm, for example by vibrating.

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