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convex

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒnvɛks/
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Definition of convex

adjective

  • 1having an outline or surface curved like the exterior of a circle or sphere: a convex lensCompare with concave.
  • 2(of a polygon) not having any interior angles greater than 180°.

Derivatives

convexity

Pronunciation: /-ˈvɛksɪti/
noun

convexly

adverb

Origin:

late 16th century: from Latin convexus 'vaulted, arched'

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