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Definition of Transparent
Transparent Transparent Trans*par"ent, a. [F., from LL. transparens,
-entis, p. pr. of transparere to be transparent; L. trans
across, through + parere to appear. See Appear.]
1. Having the property of transmitting rays of light, so that
bodies can be distinctly seen through; pervious to light;
diaphanous; pellucid; as, transparent glass; a transparent
diamond; -- opposed to opaque. ``Transparent elemental
air.' --Milton.
2. Admitting the passage of light; open; porous; as, a
transparent veil. --Dryden.
Syn: Translucent; pellucid; clear; bright; limpid; lucid;
diaphanous. See Translucent. -- Trans*par"ent*ly,
adv. -- Trans*par"ent*ness, n.
