perimetry

pe·rim·e·ter

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [puh-rim-i-ter]
- /pəˈrɪm ɪ tər/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [puh-rim-i-ter]
- /pəˈrɪm ɪ tər/

Definitions of perimetry word

noun perimetry the border or outer boundary of a two-dimensional figure. 1
noun perimetry the length of such a boundary. 1
noun perimetry a line bounding or marking off an area. 1
noun perimetry the outermost limits. 1
noun perimetry Military. a fortified boundary that protects a troop position. 1
noun perimetry Ophthalmology. an instrument for determining the peripheral field of vision. 1

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Origin of perimetry

First appearance:

before 1585

One of the 35% oldest English words

1585-95; < French périmètre < Latin perimetros (feminine) < Greek perímetron (neuter). See peri-, -meter

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Parts of speech for Perimetry

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perimetry popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 59% 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.

perimetry usage trend in Literature

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