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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Skinner has been much better in the second half in all facets but has rarely gained traction from his coach.
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Scott Powers, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
Unsurprisingly, the Broncos are focusing on improving all facets of the special teams this spring.
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Amending soil becomes even trickier when considering both the facets of nitrogen needing to be resupplied and that many gardeners may also prefer organic fertilization.
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The initiatives pressed by his administration through executive orders have affected many facets of American society including immigrants, the military, the federal workforce, trade and manufacturing, state and local governments, health, and higher education.
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Scott Powers, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
Unsurprisingly, the Broncos are focusing on improving all facets of the special teams this spring.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2025
Amending soil becomes even trickier when considering both the facets of nitrogen needing to be resupplied and that many gardeners may also prefer organic fertilization.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2025
The initiatives pressed by his administration through executive orders have affected many facets of American society including immigrants, the military, the federal workforce, trade and manufacturing, state and local governments, health, and higher education.
—Blake D. Morant, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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“Facet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/facet. Accessed 19 Apr. 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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