Meaning & use
geometries
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Different systems or branches of geometry, or the particular spatial arrangements or shapes of specific objects (plural of geometry).
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The course compared Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries.
Engineers tested several wing geometries to reduce drag on the new aircraft.
A note on using this word
While 'geometry' is usually treated as a single field of mathematics, the plural 'geometries' is common when comparing distinct mathematical systems or physical configurations.
Words with a similar meaning
shapesspatial arrangements
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