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semirigid

/ˌsɛm.iˈrɪdʒ.ɪd/

Traducción: Describe algo que es parcialmente rígido o firme, pero no completamente inflexible.

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adjective

/ˌsɛm.iˈrɪdʒ.ɪd/C2formaltechnical
  • esDescribe algo que es parcialmente rígido o firme, pero no completamente inflexible.

Describes something that is partially rigid or stiff, but not completely inflexible.

  1. Partially rigid structureC2formal

    Having a form maintained by a combination of a rigid internal structure and internal gas pressure.

    essemirrígido

    • The semirigid airship uses both a metal frame and gas cells for its shape.
    • Engineers designed a semirigid structure for the new aircraft.
    • Semirigid materials are used in certain types of packaging.
  2. Not fully rigidC2formal

    Possessing some flexibility while still maintaining a degree of stiffness.

    esSemirrígido

    • The semirigid plastic pipe can bend slightly without breaking.
    • This semirigid foam is used for insulation in construction.
    • The drone's semirigid wings allow for better maneuverability.

    Antónimosflexiblefloppylimppliable

Formas
  • more semirigid comparative form
  • most semirigid superlative form