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asymmetrical

Pronunciation: /eɪsɪˈmɛtrɪkl/
Definition of asymmetrical

adjective

  • having parts which fail to correspond to one another in shape, size, or arrangement; lacking symmetry:the church has an asymmetrical plan with an aisle only on one side
  • having parts or aspects which are not equal or equivalent:the asymmetrical relationship between a landlord and a tenant

Derivatives

asymmetric

adjective

asymmetrically

adverb

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Definition of asymmetrical in the US English dictionary
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