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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.”

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