noun
geometry
jee-OM-ih-tree
noun
1
The branch of mathematics concerned with points, lines, shapes, and space.
"We learned how to calculate the area of triangles in geometry class."
2
The particular shape or spatial arrangement of an object.
"The geometry of the wing affects how the plane handles turbulence."
How to Use Geometry
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe math of shapes and space, or the shape/layout of something specific.
Word Forms
geometries plural
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Etymology
From Greek ge ("earth") plus metron ("measure"), via Latin geometria and Old French geometrie.