Diaphragm

A dividing membrane or thin partition, commonly with an opening through it.

The muscular and tendinous partition separating the cavity of the chest from that of the abdomen; the midriff.

A calcareous plate which divides the cavity of certain shells into two parts.

A plate with an opening, which is generally circular, used in instruments to cut off marginal portions of a beam of light, as at the focus of a telescope.

A partition in any compartment, for various purposes.

(anatomy) a muscular partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities; functions in respiration