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panel

 

[ ˈpænəl ]

Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

control

A flat, usually rectangular piece of material that forms part of a structure such as a door, wall, or roof.

Synonyms

board, plate, sheet

Examples of usage

  • He removed the panel to access the wiring behind it.
  • The control panel on the spaceship was covered in buttons and switches.
Context #2 | Noun

discussion

A group of people gathered to discuss or debate a topic.

Synonyms

board, committee, forum

Examples of usage

  • The panel of experts debated the merits of the proposed policy changes.
  • She was invited to join the panel for the TV talk show.
Context #3 | Noun

art

A painting, drawing, or photograph that forms part of a larger composition.

Synonyms

artwork, canvas, piece

Examples of usage

  • The artist created a beautiful panel depicting scenes from nature.
  • The panels in the art exhibit were arranged in a stunning display.

Translations

Translations of the word "panel" in other languages:

🇵🇹 painel

🇮🇳 पैनल

🇩🇪 Panel

🇮🇩 panel

🇺🇦 панель

🇵🇱 panel

🇯🇵 パネル (パネル)

🇫🇷 panneau

🇪🇸 panel

🇹🇷 panel

🇰🇷 패널 (paenel)

🇸🇦 لوحة

🇨🇿 panel

🇸🇰 panel

🇨🇳 面板 (miànbǎn)

🇸🇮 plošča

🇮🇸 spjald

🇰🇿 панель

🇬🇪 პანელი (p'aneli)

🇦🇿 panel

🇲🇽 panel

Word origin

The word 'panel' originated from the Middle French word 'panneau', meaning 'section of a wall'. It was first used in the late 14th century to describe a piece of a wall. Over time, the term expanded to refer to various flat pieces used in different contexts, such as doors, discussions, and art compositions.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,882, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.