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panels

|pan-els|

/ˈpænəlz/

(panel)

flat component or group

Base Form	Plural	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past	Past Participle	Past Participle	Present Participle	Present Participle	Noun	Noun
panel	panels	panels	paneled	panelled	paneled	panelled	paneling	panelling	paneling	panelling

Etymology

Etymology Information

'panel' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'panel,' where 'pan' meant 'piece of cloth.'

Historical Evolution

'panel' changed from the Old French word 'panel' and eventually became the modern English word 'panel.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a piece of cloth,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a flat or curved component.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a flat or curved component, typically rectangular, that forms or is set into the surface of a door, wall, or ceiling.

The panels on the wall were beautifully decorated.

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Noun 2

a group of people gathered for a special purpose, such as to discuss an issue or judge a competition.

The panel of experts discussed the future of renewable energy.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45