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convexity
noun con·vex·i·ty \kən-ˈvek-sət-ē, kän-\
: the quality or state of being curved outward : the quality or state of being convex
: a shape that is curved outward : a convex shape
plural con·vex·i·ties
Full Definition of CONVEXITY
1
: the quality or state of being convex
2
: a convex surface or part
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First Known Use of CONVEXITY
1599
Related to CONVEXITY
- Synonyms
- bunch, bulge, jut, overhang, projection, protrusion, protuberance, swell
Rhymes with CONVEXITY
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