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- [bahy-kon-veks, bahy-kon-veks]
- /baɪˈkɒn vɛks, ˌbaɪ kɒnˈvɛks/
- /baɪˈk.ɒn.veks/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [bahy-kon-veks, bahy-kon-veks]
- /baɪˈkɒn vɛks, ˌbaɪ kɒnˈvɛks/
Definitions of biconvex word
- adjective biconvex (of a lens) having convex faces on both sides; convexo-convex 3
- adjective biconvex convex on both surfaces 3
- adjective biconvex convex on both sides, as a lens. 1
- adjective biconvex Having both sides convex. 0
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Origin of biconvex
First appearance:
before 1840 One of the 33% newest English words
First recorded in 1840-50; bi-1 + convex
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Parts of speech for Biconvex
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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biconvex popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
biconvex usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for biconvex
adj biconvex
- bulging — a rounded projection, bend, or protruding part; protuberance; hump: a bulge in a wall.
- arched — An arched roof, window, or doorway is curved at the top.
- bent — Bent is the past tense and past participle of bend.
- raised — fashioned or made as a surface design in relief.
- bulged — a rounded projection, bend, or protruding part; protuberance; hump: a bulge in a wall.
Antonyms for biconvex
adj biconvex
- concave — A surface that is concave curves inwards in the middle.
- sinking — to displace part of the volume of a supporting substance or object and become totally or partially submerged or enveloped; fall or descend into or below the surface or to the bottom (often followed by in or into): The battleship sank within two hours. His foot sank in the mud. Her head sinks into the pillows.
- depressed — If you are depressed, you are sad and feel that you cannot enjoy anything, because your situation is so difficult and unpleasant.
Top questions with biconvex
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