Facet Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (original) (raw)

facet

/ˈfæsət/

noun

plural

facets

facet

/ˈfæsət/

noun

plural

facets

Britannica Dictionary definition of FACET

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1

:

a part or element of something

• Each facet of the problem requires careful attention.
• the different facets of our culture
• Which facet of his character is most appealing?

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2

:

a small, flat surface on a jewel

• the facets of a diamond

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— faceted

/ˈfæsətəd/

adjective

• a faceted jewel

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— see also multifaceted