geometry
noun [U] /dʒiˈɒm.ə.tri/
/dʒiˈɑː.mə-/ Definition
› the area of mathematics relating to the study of space and the relationships between points, lines, curves, and surfaces: the laws of geometry a geometry lessonBranches and types of mathematics the geometry of sth › the way the parts of a particular object fit together: the geometry of a DNA moleculePatterns and shapes
(Definition of geometry noun from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- amorphous adjective
- arabesque noun (ART)
- bar noun (LONG PIECE)
- cake noun (SHAPE)
- candy-striped adjective
- floral adjective
- grain noun (WOOD/CLOTH)
- linear adjective (LINES)
- motif noun (PATTERN)
- mottled adjective
- outline noun (SHAPE)
- paisley noun
- pattern noun (ARRANGEMENT)
- pattern noun (DRAWING)
- spotted adjective
- tartan noun
- tessellate verb
- tessellated adjective
- tooled adjective
- V-shaped adjective
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Patterns and shapes
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