delaminate

/ˌdɛləˈmeɪnɪt/; /ˌdɛləˈmeɪneɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to come apart or separate into layers

“The delamination of the material caused it to lose its structural integrity.”

2. verb

to remove the layers or coating of (something)

“The delamination process involved soaking the material in a solvent to remove the adhesive.”

3. noun

the act of delaminating or a product that has delaminated

“The delamination of the roof led to a series of costly repairs.”

Synonyms

  • disintegrate
  • separate

Antonyms

  • consolidate
  • unite