1
: any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)
Each facet of the problem requires careful attention.
2
: a small plane surface (as on a cut gem) see brilliant illustration
3
: the external corneal surface of an ommatidium
4
: a smooth flat circumscribed anatomical surface (as of a bone)
Examples of facet in a Sentence
Each facet of the problem requires careful attention.
the different facets of our culture
Which facet of his character is most appealing?
the facets of a diamond
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—Antonio Morales, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
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A healthy, balanced diet—with plenty of fiber, lean protein, vegetables, and whole grains—is helpful at every stage of the menstrual cycle, and for all facets of general health.
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By harnessing a weak state, Orban has transformed Hungary into what can be called a patronal autocracy, a regime that combines power concentration and wealth accumulation in a single-pyramid hierarchy that reaches across all facets of Hungarian society.
—BÁlint Madlovics, Foreign Affairs, 10 Feb. 2025
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Eduardo Medina, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2025
The Athletic spoke with Cohen on Thursday about all facets of USC athletics.
—Antonio Morales, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
How to eat during every phase of your menstrual cycle
A healthy, balanced diet—with plenty of fiber, lean protein, vegetables, and whole grains—is helpful at every stage of the menstrual cycle, and for all facets of general health.
—Hannah Coates, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
By harnessing a weak state, Orban has transformed Hungary into what can be called a patronal autocracy, a regime that combines power concentration and wealth accumulation in a single-pyramid hierarchy that reaches across all facets of Hungarian society.
—BÁlint Madlovics, Foreign Affairs, 10 Feb. 2025
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“Facet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/facet. Accessed 18 Feb. 2025.
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facet
noun
fac·et
ˈfas-ət 
1
: a small plane surface (as on a cut gem)
2
: a definable aspect of something
explained all facets of the company
3
: the surface of a functional unit of vision of a compound eye
faceted
adjective
ˈfas-ət-əd
Medical Definition
facet
noun
fac·et
ˈfas-ət
ˌfa-ˈset
: a smooth flat or nearly flat circumscribed anatomical surface
the articular facet of a bone
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