geometry — the branch of mathematics concerned with the properties and relations of points, lines, surfaces, solids, and higher dimensional analogs
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the branch of mathematics concerned with the properties and relations of points, lines, surfaces, solids, and higher dimensional analogs
Pronunciation (IPA): /dʒiˈɑːmətri/
Example Sentences
- My geometry teacher draws perfect circles without a compass - it's like magic!
- After studying geometry, I finally understand why pizza is cut into triangles.
- The architecture of the building showcases beautiful geometric patterns.
geometry
NOUN[/dʒiˈɑːmətri/]
the branch of mathematics concerned with the properties and relations of points, lines, surfaces, solids, and higher dimensional analogs
The students learned geometry by measuring triangles and circles.
Geometry reveals perfect symmetry!
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Origin
Geometry derives from Ancient Greek, originating as a practical science in Egypt for remeasuring and redistributing agricultural land after the Nile River's annual floods. The term combines geo (earth) and metry (measurement), reflecting its initial purpose of surveying and dividing land plots.
Breakdown
geo- (earth, land) + -metry (measurement, the act of measuring). The suffix -metry comes from Greek metron (measure).
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📝Examples
“My geometry teacher draws perfect circles without a compass - it's like magic!”
“After studying geometry, I finally understand why pizza is cut into triangles.”
“The architecture of the building showcases beautiful geometric patterns.”
“Understanding geometry is essential for engineering and design fields.”
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