perimeter
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/pəˈrɪmɪtər/
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/pəˈrɪmɪtə/
boundary line
Etymology
Etymology Information
'perimeter' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'perimetros,' where 'peri-' meant 'around' and 'metron' meant 'measure.'
Historical Evolution
'perimetros' transformed into the Latin word 'perimetrium,' and eventually became the modern English word 'perimeter' through Old French.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'measure around,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'boundary or edge of an area.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the continuous line forming the boundary of a closed geometric figure.
The perimeter of the square is 16 meters.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40