symmetry

Meanings

• noun

  The quality of having parts that are identical or mirroring each other.

• noun

  The arrangement of identical parts on both sides of a central axis, line, or plane.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with symmetry
harmony , serenity , ministry

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Variants

List of all variants of symmetry that leads to same result
symmetries , symmetry , bilateral symmetries , bilateral symmetry , center of symmetry , radial symmetries , radial symmetry , radially symmetrical , axes , axis , axis of symmetry , center , centerless , centers

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Etymology

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From the Greek word symmetría, from sym- 'together' + metrós 'measure'.

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Trivia

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1. The human face has reflection symmetry.

2. Many animals, such as butterflies and beetles, have symmetry in their body structure.

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Related Concepts

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1. reflection symmetry: A type of symmetry where one side of an object is a mirror image of the other side.

2. rotational symmetry: A type of symmetry where an object looks the same after a certain degree of rotation.

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Culture

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Symmetry has been a significant concept in various fields such as mathematics, physics, art, and architecture. In mathematics, symmetry is a fundamental property of many geometric shapes and structures. In physics, it is a fundamental property of many natural phenomena. In art and architecture, symmetry is used to create balance and harmony. For example, the Parthenon in Greece is a famous example of architectural symmetry.

How to Memorize "symmetry"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a line down the middle of an object. If the left and right sides are identical, the object has symmetry.

2. associate
   

   - Think of a mirror. If you put an object in front of it and the reflection looks the same, the object has symmetry.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember S-Y-M-M-E-T-R-Y: Same Yields Mirrored Elements That Reflect Yielding

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