lamellar

adjective

la·​mel·​lar lə-ˈme-lər 

1

: composed of or arranged in lamellae

2

: having the form of a thin plate

lamellar armor

Examples of lamellar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The team focused on materials that form layered, or lamellar, structures, which provide a clearer view of how ions move. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 24 Mar. 2026

The seating surface might seem too firm for extended use, but this was considered as well, and there is an option with a lamellar structure that provides extra cushioning. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 9 Feb. 2026

The flamingos, too, have adapted to the saline lagoons, evolving a filter in their bills akin to the lamellar membranes of oysters or whales to strain the microscopic plants and animals from the brine. — Literary Hub, 3 Oct. 2025

The formulation also features vegan lactic acid to resurface the hair cuticle and lamellar liquid crystal technology for instant, light-reflecting shine. — Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025

The findings mark only the second time a complete and intact set of lamellar armor has been discovered, officials said. — Moira Ritter, Miami Herald, 1 Feb. 2024

This rinse-off liquid uses lamellar technology to leave strands sleek and shiny. — Jackie Fields, Peoplemag, 15 Nov. 2022

The lesion was excised, and lamellar keratoplasty was performed for cosmetic reasons. — Ncbi Rofl, Discover Magazine, 19 Mar. 2013

Word History

First Known Use

1794, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for lamellar

• bestseller
• bookseller
• flagellar
• impeller
• micellar
• modeller
• ocellar
• patellar
• propeller
• reseller
• scutellar
• beller

Medical Definition

lamellar

adjective

la·​mel·​lar lə-ˈmel-ər 

1

: composed of or arranged in lamellae

lamellar bone

2

: lamelliform