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biconvex

bi·con·vex
B b

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [bahy-kon-veks, bahy-kon-veks]
    • /baɪˈkɒn vɛks, ˌbaɪ kɒnˈvɛks/
    • /baɪˈk.ɒn.veks/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [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
exclamation

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

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Synonyms 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

  • what is a biconvex lens?
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