rhombic

adjective

rhom·​bic ˈräm-bik How to pronounce rhombic (audio)
1
: having the form of a rhombus
2

Word History

First Known Use

1671, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of rhombic was in 1671

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“Rhombic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rhombic. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

rhombic

adjective
rhom·​bic ˈräm-bik How to pronounce rhombic (audio)
1
: having the form of a rhombus
2
: of, relating to, or being a form of crystal having three unequal axes at right angles to each other
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