Filament

usgb/ˈfɪləmənt/
noun

A thin strand of something, often referring to a piece of a plant, thread or wire.

He carefully plucked at the thin filament of copper wire.
Visual representation of "filament" - A thin strand of something, often referring to a piece of a plant, thread or wire

Often appears as...

  • filament of thread
  • filament of wire
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Material Thinness

Filament usually describes something very thin and often delicate.

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The spider's web was made of fine filaments.
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Physical Flexibility

Filaments are flexible and can easily bend without breaking.

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She wrapped the filament of thread around her finger.
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Connection Implication

Using 'filament' may imply connecting elements or spanning spaces.

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Bridges are designed with strong steel filaments.
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