curve — a line that bends smoothly and continuously
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a line that bends smoothly and continuously
Pronunciation (IPA): /kɜːrv/
Example Sentences
- My diet plan hit a curve when I discovered the new donut shop.
- The river curves gently through the valley.
- His smile curved into a mischievous grin.
curve
NOUN[/kɜːrv/]
a line that bends smoothly and continuously
The mountain road forms a sharp curve along the cliffside at sunset.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'curvus' meaning 'bent' or 'curved'. The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 14th century to describe anything that bends smoothly without angles.
Breakdown
curv- (from Latin curvus, meaning bent) + -e (nominal suffix) = curve
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📝Examples
“My diet plan hit a curve when I discovered the new donut shop.”
“The river curves gently through the valley.”
“His smile curved into a mischievous grin.”
“The test was so hard that even with the curve, I barely passed.”
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