diaphragm
di-a-phragm
noun
A thin vibrating disc or membrane in devices like microphones or speakers.
"The microphone's diaphragm converts sound waves."
noun
A cap-shaped device inserted into the vagina to prevent conception.
"She used a diaphragm for contraception."
noun
A muscular partition separating the chest cavity from the abdomen, crucial for breathing.
"The diaphragm contracts when you inhale deeply."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: midriff, stop, contraceptive diaphragm, pessary