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planéité
/planeɪte/
What does "planéité" mean in English?
flatness or smoothness of a surfaceLa planéité de la table est parfaite pour les travaux de précision.
The flatness of the table is perfect for precision work.
How to use "planéité" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
Engineering
technical
The quality of being flat or smooth, especially of a surface.
Les ingénieurs vérifient la planéité des pièces avant l'assemblage.
Engineers check the flatness of the parts before assembly.
Often used in engineering and manufacturing contexts to describe the uniformity of a surface.
Collocations
vérifier la planéitéto check the flatnessmesurer la planéitéto measure the flatness
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Technical Context
This term is most commonly used in technical fields to describe the precision of surfaces.
Word Origin
Derived from the French adjective 'plan' (flat) with the suffix '-ité' indicating a quality or state.
Usage Notes
Primarily used in technical contexts, especially in engineering and manufacturing, to describe the flatness or smoothness of surfaces.
Word Breakdown
plan
flat
root-ité
quality or state of
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