hyaloid
- adjective
- /ˈhaɪəˌlɔɪd/
- The scientist described the structure as having a distinctly hyaloid appearance under the microscope.
Examples
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Her artwork featured hyaloid crystals shimmering on a pale background.
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The hyaloid structure of the jellyfish was fascinating.
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Light passing through the hyaloid layer gave the specimen a luminous quality.
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The hyaloid layer of the eye is crucial for vision.
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The scientist described the specimen as having a distinctly hyaloid appearance in its crystal structure.
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Light passing through the hyaloid layer of the jellyfish enhanced its glass-like translucence.
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Her artwork featured hyaloid elements that reflected light beautifully, resembling glass in clarity.
Synonyms
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3.9
A surface that is smooth and shiny like glass
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6.3
Very clear and see-through so you can see fine details
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3.8
It looks and feels like smooth clear glass
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8.5
Having a smooth, shiny, and slightly see-through surface like glass
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9.9
Of the clear jelly inside the eye that looks like glass
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9.9
Clear and see-through like glass
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4.1
Having a hard, smooth, clear surface like glass
Very clear and bright like a piece of glass
Compounds
- Specialized
A thin clear layer inside the eye that holds the jelly in front of the retina
How Transparent
Surface Forms
Morphology
hyaloid = hyalo (semi-transparent) = hyalo + oid
Morphologically regular ('hyalo' + '-oid' = 'resembling glass'), but the combining form is technical and not broadly known.
Etymology
The word hyaloid comes from the Greek hyalos meaning 'glass'. It means 'glass-like' or very clear, so calling something hyaloid tells you it looks smooth and transparent like glass.