Definition. A composite is when two or more different materials are combined together to create a superior and unique material. This is an extremely broad definition that holds true for all composites, however, more recently the term composite describes reinforced plastics. Background on Composites.
The definition of amass is to gather or collect a large amount of something. An example of amass is to hoard up 100 cans of tuna just in case you need them. Amass is defined as individuals gathering together.
Amaurosis is the Greek word for darkening, dark, or obscure. The ancients used it to refer to dimmed vision, especially if there was nothing they could see that was wrong with the eye itself. Fugax is related to fugitive (fleeing). Amaurosis fugax therefore means a fleeting loss of vision.