lamination

noun

lam·​i·​na·​tion ˌla-mə-ˈnā-shən 

1

: the process of laminating

2

: the state of being laminated

3

: a laminated structure

4

: lamina

5

: a defect in a coin in which a layer of metal appears to have buckled or fallen off during the striking process

a lamination error

Examples of lamination in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

It can also be used alongside makeup, lash extensions, lash lifts, brow laminations, microblading, and tinted brows. — Camila Quimper, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026

Apple also claims the multi-layer lamination process used in its display ensures the display won’t develop a crease over time. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 9 Sep. 2026

For those hesitant to commit, brow lamination is a less invasive option. — Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026

The flavors here may lean Middle Eastern, but the techniques are more Danish, using concepts like fermentation, lamination, and seasonal flavors. — Kyle Beechey, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1676, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for lamination

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Medical Definition

lamination

noun

lam·​i·​na·​tion ˌlam-ə-ˈnā-shən 

: a laminated structure or arrangement