Definition of Translucent
Translucent
trans·lu·cent


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(adjective)
semi-transparent, allowing the passage of some but not all light, resulting in objects beyond appearing diffuse, unclear, and lacking in details;

e.g. The window glass is translucent, which affords us some privacy from the outside.

(adjective)
somewhat clear, lacking falseness, pretense, or disguise;

e.g. He had translucent motives for his actions, regardless of how cruel the motives were.



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