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terete

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective terete has 1 sense
  1. terete - especially of plant parts; cylindrical and tapering
    Antonyms:
    angular, angulate (indirect, via rounded)

Definitions from the Web

Terete

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Having a circular or cylindrical shape, especially in botanical terms.

Example Sentence:

The terete branches of the succulent plant made it easy to identify.

Sense 2:

Smooth and rounded in shape, lacking sharp angles or edges.

Example Sentence:

The terete handle of the tool provided a comfortable grip.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

A term used in mathematics to describe a geometric object with a circular or cylindrical shape.

Example Sentence:

The terete was the perfect example to demonstrate the concept of symmetry.

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