concentric — having a common center; circles or shapes that share the same center point
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a common center; circles or shapes that share the same center point
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈsentrɪk/
Example Sentences
- The pizza was cut into concentric circles, making it look like a dart board.
- The ripples in the pond formed perfect concentric circles when the stone hit the water.
- The onion's concentric layers reminded him of his complicated personality.
concentric
ADJECTIVE[/kənˈsentrɪk/]
having a common center; circles or shapes that share the same center point
The archer's arrow hits dead center, forming concentric rings on the target.
Con stands at the center - concentric circles everywhere!
An eccentric artist creates perfect concentric art!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Medieval Latin 'concentricus', derived from the prefix 'con-' (together) and 'centrum' (center), meaning 'having a common center'. The word entered English in the 16th century through scientific and mathematical terminology.
Breakdown
con- (together) + centrum (center) + -ic (adjective suffix) = concentric
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📝Examples
“The pizza was cut into concentric circles, making it look like a dart board.”
“The ripples in the pond formed perfect concentric circles when the stone hit the water.”
“The onion's concentric layers reminded him of his complicated personality.”
“The ancient city was built with concentric walls for better defense.”
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