filament

noun

ˈfi-lə-mənt How to pronounce filament (audio)
Definition of filamentnext
as in fiber
a thin, flexible structure that resembles a hair the cable was made up of fine filaments twisted together

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Recent Examples of filament But those thread-like mushroom filaments also bind soils together, which enhances soil structure, drainage, and moisture retention. — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 16 June 2026 Its structure is best seen through long exposure photography, which will help reveal the dusty filaments and chaotic cosmic clouds that form the nebula. — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 2 July 2026 Each is created through a proprietary layering process in which hundreds of ultra-thin filaments are arranged at alternating angles, then fused under heat and pressure to form a composite of exceptional rigidity. — Richard Mille Contributor, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 One of the more interesting additions is Bambu’s new filament-track switch system, which sits between the AMS and the printer’s dual-nozzle filament paths. — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for filament
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  1. fiber
  2. wire
  3. thread
Noun
  • Tips for a Balanced Breakfast Protein can help balance a rise in blood sugar levels, while fiber can help contribute to protein’s ability to promote satiety and feelings of fullness.
    — Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 5 July 2026
  • During this curing stage, chemical reactions harden the resin and lock the fibers together into a strong, lightweight structure.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 5 July 2026
Definition of fiber
Noun
  • That includes arranging seat belts into place and manipulating small fastenings; working with delicate parts like hoses, wires, carpets and trim panels and supervising technology on the floor.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • There were four vehicles involved in the crash, and a utility pole with communication wires was down, said Jennifer Middleton, a Los Angeles Fire Department spokeswoman.
    — City News Service, Daily News, 6 July 2026
Definition of wire
Noun
  • What little threads remain of our democracy must be protected.
    — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 6 July 2026
  • The common thread between these two looks is the triangle halter neckline, with straps that meet at the neck and accentuates the shoulders.
    — Tatiana Ojea, Glamour, 5 July 2026
Definition of thread

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“Filament.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filament. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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