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pan·el

panel

 
 
pronunciation:
pae nl
part of speech: noun
definition 1: A panel is one flat section of a thing like a door, wall, or roof.
The roof is covered with solar panels that absorb the sun's rays.Each panel of the door was painted a different color.The library room is covered with wood panels.
similar words:
board, door, sheet
definition 2: A panel is a group of people who are brought together for a special purpose such as judging something or investigating something. People on a panel are often chosen because they are experts in some way.
The singers were scored by a panel of judges.A government panel will investigate whether any crimes were committed.
similar words:
board, cabinet, committee, council, group, jury
definition 3: A panel is a part of a machine where the controls and dials are located.
The pilot showed me the instrument panel of the airplane.
similar words:
controls, dashboard
definition 4: A panel is a piece of fabric that forms a section of a piece of clothing.
The skirt has blue front and back panels, and the side panels are white.