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Rhomboidal: meaning, definitions and examples

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rhomboidal

 

[ ˈrɑmˌbɔɪdəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

geometric shape

Rhomboidal refers to a shape that resembles a rhombus or a parallelogram. It is characterized by having opposite sides that are parallel and equal in length, and angles that are not right angles. Rhomboidal shapes are often found in various fields, such as art, architecture, and design. The term is derived from the geometric properties of a rhombus, where the sides are equal but the angles can vary. Its unique aspect ratio makes rhomboidal shapes aesthetically pleasing and functional in design.

Synonyms

angular, diamond-shaped, parallelogram

Examples of usage

  • The artist used rhomboidal shapes in the painting.
  • The window had a rhomboidal design.
  • The room featured rhomboidal tiles on the floor.

Translations

Translations of the word "rhomboidal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 romboidal

🇮🇳 हीरा आकार का

🇩🇪 rhombisch

🇮🇩 rombik

🇺🇦 ромбоподібний

🇵🇱 rombiodalny

🇯🇵 ひし形の

🇫🇷 rhomboïdal

🇪🇸 romboidal

🇹🇷 rombik

🇰🇷 마름모꼴의

🇸🇦 معين الشكل

🇨🇿 rhombický

🇸🇰 rhombický

🇨🇳 菱形的

🇸🇮 rombni

🇮🇸 rhombus-formaður

🇰🇿 ромб тәрізді

🇬🇪 რომბოიდული

🇦🇿 rombik

🇲🇽 romboidal

Etymology

The term ‘rhomboidal’ originates from the Greek word ‘rhomboides’, which itself is derived from ‘rhombos’, meaning ‘to spin’ or ‘to roll’. The geometric figure known as a rhombus has been studied since ancient times, with its properties and significance appearing in various cultures and sciences. The term 'rhomboid' was first used in English in the late 17th century. As geometry evolved, the adjective rhomboidal emerged to describe shapes that share characteristics with a rhombus but may have different proportions, leading to its use in architecture and design. Over time, the word has been adopted in various fields, emphasizing the continuing relevance of geometric principles in contemporary contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,558 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.