Word
vertices
Phoneticsver·tices
US/ˈvɝtɪˌsiz/
UK/vˈɜːtɪsˌiːz/
Definition
n. the points where two or more lines, edges, or corners meet. In math, you use this word to talk about the corners of a shape like a triangle or a cube.
n. the plural form of 'vertex'; refers to the points where two or more lines, edges, or curves intersect. In geometry, it specifically denotes the corners of a polygon or polyhedron.
Examples
“A triangle has three vertices and three sides.”
“The architect used a 3D modeling software to adjust the vertices of the roof to match the client's specifications.”
“By connecting the vertices of the hexagon to the center, the designer created a series of six identical equilateral triangles within the original shape.”
Examples
simple
“A triangle has three vertices and three sides.”
contextual
“The architect used a 3D modeling software to adjust the vertices of the roof to match the client's specifications.”
complex
“By connecting the vertices of the hexagon to the center, the designer created a series of six identical equilateral triangles within the original shape.”