perimeter
English
Etymology
From Ancient Greek περίμετρος (perímetros).
Pronunciation
- (UK) IPA(key): /pəˈɹɪmɪtə(ɹ)/
- Rhymes: -ɪmɪtə(ɹ)
Noun
perimeter (plural perimeters)
- (mathematics) The sum of the distance of all the lengths of the sides of an object.
- (mathematics) The length of such a boundary.
- The outer limits of an area. See synonyms at circumference.
- A fortified strip or boundary usually protecting a military position.
- An instrument for determining the extent and shape of the field of vision.
Synonyms
- (mathematics): circumference
Translations
sum of the distance of all the lengths of the sides of an object
length of such a boundary
outer limits of an area
Synonyms
- (given grounds): premises
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