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concentric

 

[ kənˈsɛntrɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

geometric arrangement

Concentric refers to circles or shapes that share the same center point but differ in size. In this arrangement, the smaller shapes are contained within the larger ones, maintaining the same center throughout. This term is often used in geometry to describe related properties of circles, and it can also refer to the organization of other elements in a similar manner. Concentric structures can create visually appealing patterns and are frequently seen in designs and architecture.

Synonyms

circumferential, coaxial, nested

Examples of usage

  • The concentric circles on the target made it easy to aim.
  • She arranged the flowers in a concentric layout.
  • The artist created a painting of concentric shapes.

Translations

Translations of the word "concentric" in other languages:

🇵🇹 concêntrico

🇮🇳 सहकेंद्रित

🇩🇪 konzentrisch

🇮🇩 konentris

🇺🇦 концентричний

🇵🇱 koncentryczny

🇯🇵 同心の

🇫🇷 concentrique

🇪🇸 concentrico

🇹🇷 konkav

🇰🇷 동심원의

🇸🇦 متحد المركز

🇨🇿 koncentričtí

🇸🇰 koncentričný

🇨🇳 同心的

🇸🇮 koncentričen

🇮🇸 miðja

🇰🇿 ортақ орталық

🇬🇪 კონცენტრიული

🇦🇿 konkretik

🇲🇽 concéntrico

Word origin

The word 'concentric' originates from the Latin term 'concentricus', which means 'having the same center'. It is formed from the prefix 'con-', meaning 'together', and 'centrum', which translates to 'center'. The use of the term can be traced back to the early modern period, particularly within the context of geometry and astronomy when circles and spheres were studied extensively. The concept of concentricity became important in various scientific fields, including physics and engineering, where it is essential to describe objects that share a common center. Over time, the term's usage expanded into art and design, as artists began to explore the aesthetic appeal of concentric arrangements in their works. Today, 'concentric' is widely used in multiple disciplines, illustrating the importance of shared centers in both physical and conceptual frameworks.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,676, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.