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| has gloss | (noun) diaphragm consisting of thin overlapping plates that can be adjusted to change the diameter of a central opening iris, iris diaphragm |
| has gloss | eng: An iris is a mechanism that is used as a compact solution to close and open holes. Iris mechanisms are commonly found in optical shutters (diaphragms), and also in various kinds of valves. Irises are sometimes used in science fiction as doors. |
| lexicalization | eng: iris diaphragm |
| lexicalization | eng: iris |
| subclass of | (noun) a mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens; "the new cameras adjust the diaphragm automatically" diaphragm, stop |
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| similar | e/Iris (diaphragm) |
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