semisphere

noun

semi·​sphere
ˈsemə̇ˌsfi(ə)r,
-iə
semispheric
¦⸗⸗¦sfirik
-fer-
-rēk
adjective
or semispherical
-rə̇kəl,
-rēk-

Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin semisphaera, from Latin semi- + sphaera sphere

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“Semisphere.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/semisphere. Accessed 10 Nov. 2024.

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