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translucent structure

[/trænˈluːsənt ˈstrʌktʃər/]
nounpl: translucent structures
estrutura translúcida
1. A physical or biological formation that allows light to pass through but does not permit a clear view of objects on the other side; partially transparent
The translucent structure of the jellyfish's bell allows some light to penetrate while maintaining its structural integrity.
A estrutura translúcida do sino da água-viva permite que alguma luz penetre enquanto mantém sua integridade estrutural.
2. In architecture or design, a building element or material that is semi-transparent
The architect designed a translucent structure for the greenhouse to optimize light diffusion.
O arquiteto projetou uma estrutura translúcida para a estufa a fim de otimizar a difusão de luz.
Synonyms
semi-transparent structuresemi-opaque structurefrosted structureopalescent structure
Antonyms
opaque structuretransparent structuresolid structure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura translúcida
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
estrutura translúcida
Common in architectural and scientific contexts
Portugal
estrutura translúcida
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

see-through design
light-permeable material
diffuse light structure
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