geometric

adjective

geo·​met·​ric ˌjē-ə-ˈme-trik How to pronounce geometric (audio)
variants or geometrical
1
a
: of, relating to, or according to the methods or principles of geometry
b
: increasing in a geometric progression
geometric population growth
2
capitalized : of or relating to a style of ancient Greek pottery characterized by geometric decorative motifs (see motif sense 2)
3
a
: using straight or curved lines in designs or outlines
b
: of or relating to art based on simple geometric shapes (such as straight lines, circles, or squares)
geometric abstractions
geometrically adverb

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Large tiles Embrace the square firebox shape by outlining the fireplace with large 12-by-12-inch tiles for a geometric take. Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024 On the wall, lights the shape of geometric tiles cast a soft glow in changing colors according to whatever is onscreen. Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 20 Nov. 2024 Its geometric design and durable material effectively capture dirt and moisture, while the non-skid backing and machine washable feature make maintenance a breeze. Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 19 Nov. 2024 Angular folds surround her lengthy, terra-cotta arms, while a regal neck and smooth geometric shapes contour her face. Shameekia Shantel Johnson, ARTnews.com, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for geometric 

Word History

Etymology

see geometry

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of geometric was in the 14th century

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“Geometric.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geometric. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.

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geometric

adjective
geo·​met·​ric ˌjē-ə-ˈme-trik How to pronounce geometric (audio)
variants or geometrical
: of, relating to, or based on the methods or principles of geometry
geometrically adverb

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