laminate

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verb lam·i·nate \ ˈla-mə-ˌnāt \

Definition of laminate

laminated; laminating

transitive verb

1 :to roll or compress into a thin plate

2 :to separate into laminae

3 a :to make (something, such as a windshield) by uniting superposed layers of one or more materials

b :to unite (layers of material) by an adhesive or other means

intransitive verb

:to divide into laminae

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laminator

play \ˈla-mə-ˌnā-tər\ noun

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Also in the detritus were laminated cards explaining how to strap on a gas mask.

— robert king, Indianapolis Star, "The story of Charlottesville told in debris," 13 Aug. 2017
They are sometimes laminated, sometimes framed, as large as 8-by-11 inches and as small as wallet-size.

— kristin e. holmes, Philly.com, "Feeling low? A surprise from Blue Bell artist will lift your spirits," 2 Aug. 2017
Outside the house was a post, surrounded on all sides by prayer candles, teddy bears, a bottle of brandy and laminated notes.

— by samantha j. gross, miamiherald, "His mom left her son with a friend. When she returned, he was dead.," 20 July 2017
The Jaycees donated three brown paper bags full of supplies including scissors, glue, folders, notebooks, laminating sheets, tape, crayons, markers, and packing tape.

— Cincinnati.com, "Jaycees give supplies to new St. Timothy’s school," 16 July 2017
But the process for laminating croissants looked nothing like what Jacques was showing me.

— tejal rao, New York Times, "Before Croissants, There Was Kubaneh, a Jewish Yemeni Delight," 22 June 2017
Barden’s ashes were put in storage in a box along with 20 letters that Missy laminated from coaches and players expressing sympathy.

— malika andrews, New York Times, "Haunted by a Player’s Death, a Coach Walks Away From His Sport," 19 June 2017
The decision by state and local authorities to allow construction comes after months of painstaking testing of the emerging technologies that will be used to build it, including a product called cross-laminated timber, or CLT.

— Washington Post, "Oregon city approves permit for US’ 1st all-wood high-rise," 6 June 2017

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First Known Use of laminate

1665

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adjective lam·i·nate \ ˈla-mə-nət , -ˌnāt \

Definition of laminate

1 :consisting of laminae

2 :bearing or covered with laminae

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There are some really nice laminate floor options now.

— richard lawson, Vanities, "Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Face a Dilemma Perfectly Suited to HGTV," 17 Aug. 2017
There are some really nice laminate floor options now.

— richard lawson, vanityfair.com, "Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Face a Dilemma Perfectly Suited to HGTV," 17 Aug. 2017
Earlier in the Forum Club, where the laminate-holders assembled, there was much speculation as to how gauzily veiled attendee Bjork was going to deal with the barbeque that was on offer.)

— fred schruers, Billboard, "Fleetwood Mac Caps Classic West With Poignant Closing Set," 17 July 2017
Replace laminate countertops with a neutral-colored stone (granite or quartz are popular) and update the flooring if necessary.

— idahostatesman, "What should you do before selling your house?," 27 June 2017
Be careful to keep the top and bottom laminate layers intact.

— alexander george, Popular Mechanics, "How to Make a Table That Charges Your Phone," 28 Mar. 2017
Laminate countertop sheets, which are made using high-resolution digital prints of natural stone, can be glued right onto plywood or particleboard.

— the washington post, The Denver Post, "Why some designers love using faux materials," 18 Mar. 2017
There’s a wonderful electric coil floor mat under my handsome rough oak laminate floor.

— tim carter, Orange County Register, "Electric floor heating creates luxurious comfort," 14 Feb. 2017

First Known Use of laminate

1668

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noun lam·i·nate \ ˈla-mə-nət , -ˌnāt \

Definition of laminate

:a product made by laminating

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Examples of laminate in a Sentence

The kitchen counters are made of plastic laminate.

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But formaldehyde has been linked to issues in other products, like laminate flooring made in China.

— mike rosenberg, The Seattle Times, "Smelly wood will cost Weyerhaeuser lots of loot," 19 July 2017
Contract Carpet offers carpet, tile, stone, wood, laminate and vinyl floor coverings, as well as area rugs.

— jessica king, Pomerado News, "It's all about family at Contract Carpet," 23 June 2017
Researchers at Michigan State and Georgia Tech have developed a laminate very much like a sheet of paper that can function as a loudspeaker.

— daniel akst, WSJ, "A Paperlike Sheet Can Work as a Loudspeaker," 25 May 2017
However, tourists will find a cleaner, more modern visitor center with high-pressure laminate panels, replacing mold-prone carpeting, and a new buffer system that gradually increases humidity between the welcome area and the main site.

— stacey mckenna, Smithsonian, "Malta’s Hypogeum, One of the World’s Best Preserved Prehistoric Sites, Reopens to the Public," 23 May 2017
Contract Carpet offers carpet, tile, stone, wood, laminate and vinyl floor coverings, as well as area rugs.

— jessica long, Pomerado News, "It's all about family at Contract Carpet," 18 May 2017
The company remodeled the unit, adding laminate flooring, remodeled bathroom by Bath Fitter of San Diego, quartz countertop, Whirlpool oven, Frigidaire fridge and kitchen tile.

— phillip molnar, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Home of the Week: $260K condo in Golden Hill," 12 May 2017
Front row tickets to the show with laminates that get you everywhere your heart desires.

— Southern Living, "Inside Evan Farmer's Best Week Ever," 1 May 2017
Splurge: Saarinen low oval coffee table in laminate with a white base.

— the washington post, The Denver Post, "Splurge vs. Save: Coffee tables for every style and space," 21 Apr. 2017

First Known Use of laminate

1939

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Definition of laminate for English Language Learners

: to cover (something) with a thin layer of clear plastic for protection

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Definition of laminate for English Language Learners

: a product made by pressing together thin layers of material

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