equicentric
|e-qui-cen-tric|
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/ˌiːkwɪˈsɛntrɪk/
equal centers
Etymology
Etymology Information
'equicentric' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aequus' meaning 'equal' and 'centrum' meaning 'center'.
Historical Evolution
'aequus' and 'centrum' combined in Latin to form 'aequicentricus', which eventually became the modern English word 'equicentric'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having equal centers', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having equal centers or being centered equally.
The equicentric circles were perfectly aligned.
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Last updated: 2025/05/10 02:57