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tranˈspar(ə)nt,
trɑːn-,
-ˈspɛː-/
adj.
- allowing light to pass through so that objects behind can be distinctly seen.
- obvious or evident.
- open to public scrutiny.
- Physics transmitting heat or other radiation without distortion.
- Computing (of a process) functioning without the user being aware of its presence.
Derivative
Etymology
ME: from OFr., from med. L. transparent-, transparere ‘shine through’.