Equidistance: meaning, definitions and examples

Typically used in mathematical or geographical contexts to describe the property of being at equal distances from two or more points.

• The equidistance principle is often used in marine boundary delimitation.
• The cities are located at an equidistance from the capital.

Most commonly used in technical or academic discussions to describe the quality or state of being equidistant.

• The equidistantness of the network nodes ensures efficient data distribution.
• Researchers measured the equidistantness of various points on the object.

This term, although identical to the previous one, may be used more formally or in technical contexts to describe geometry and spatial arrangements.

• The concept of equidistance is crucial in map projections
• In geometry, points on a circle are at equidistance from the center

Refer to 'evenness' when talking about surfaces being flat or events being balanced in frequency or distribution.

• The evenness of the kitchen countertop makes it ideal for baking
• The evenness in the distribution of tasks among team members ensured fairness

'Uniformity' is best used when discussing consistency or sameness over time or across different objects or people.

• The uniformity in the students' uniforms creates a sense of unity
• Uniformity of the product quality is essential for customer satisfaction