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Curve: meaning, definitions and examples

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curve

 

[ kษœหv ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

mathematical

A curve is a continuous and smooth line that is not straight.

Synonyms

arc, bend, turn

Examples of usage

  • The graph of a quadratic function is a curve.
  • She drew a curve on the graph to show the trend.
Context #2 | Verb

general

To curve means to move or follow a path that is not straight.

Synonyms

arch, bend, swirl

Examples of usage

  • The road curves to the left.
  • She curved the ball beautifully into the net.

Translations

Translations of the word "curve" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น curva

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเค•เฅเคฐเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kurve

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kurva

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะธะฒะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ krzywa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒผใƒ–

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท courbe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ curva

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท eฤŸri

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณก์„ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู†ุญู†ู‰

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kล™ivka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ krivka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ›ฒ็บฟ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ krivulja

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ beygja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะธัั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ แƒฃแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™yri

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ curva

Etymology

The word 'curve' originated from the Latin word 'curvus', meaning bent or crooked. The concept of curves has been studied extensively in mathematics and geometry, leading to the development of various curve types and equations. Curves can be found in nature, art, and everyday objects, showcasing the beauty and versatility of non-linear shapes.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,920, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.