Laminate/ˈlæmɪnət/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Protection Use Laminate used to protect objects against damage or wear. I'll laminate my concert tickets to keep them as souvenirs. Pro Tip 2/3Decoration Addition Laminate can be decorative, adding an attractive finish. Let's laminate the cover of this handmade journal for a shiny look. Pro Tip 3/3Durability Concept Laminating is often done to make items last longer. We laminate our menus to use them multiple times.