Meaning offacetin English

Noun

1. a distinct part of something larger; related things
2. a flat surface of a cut gemstone
3. a criterion for sorting; filtering data
   The company used a facet to categorize customer feedback by location.
4. a component or stage in a process; a distinct part (of a whole)
   The new policy has several facets, including tax reform and job creation.
5. a flat surface of a geometric shape; polytope
   The diamond had a large facet that reflected the light beautifully.
6. a narrow plane surface (between column flutings)
   The architect designed the building with a unique facet between the column flutings.
7. a small joint (in spine segments)
   The doctor examined the facet in the patient's spine to check for any damage.
8. a smooth surface (in anatomy)
   The facet on the surface of the eye helped to reduce friction and irritation.
9. a part of a compound eye in insects; crustaceans
   The insect's compound eye had many small facets that helped it detect movement.