trapezoid

UK
/ˈtræp.ɪ.zɔɪd/
US
/ˈtræp.ɪ.zɔɪd/

Translations

trapezoidnoun
trapezoids
pl
UK
/ˈtræp.ɪ.zɔɪd/
US
/ˈtræp.ɪ.zɔɪd/
The trapezoid is a four-sided figure with one pair of parallel sides.
Трапеция — это четырехугольная фигура с одной парой параллельных сторон.
Additional translations
Synonyms
four-sided figure
trapezoidadjective
more trapezoid
Comp.
most trapezoid
Super.
UK
/trəˈpiː.zɔɪd/
US
/trəˈpɛz.ɔɪd/
Used attributively or (rarely) predicatively to describe something having the shape of a trapezoid.

Definitions

trapezoidnoun
A quadrilateral with at least one pair of parallel sides.
The math teacher drew a trapezoid on the board to explain the concept of parallel lines.
A carpal bone of the distal row in the wrist, situated between the trapezium and the capitate; also called the lesser multangular.
The X-ray revealed a small fracture of the trapezoid, explaining the persistent pain in her wrist.
trapezoidadjective
Having the form or characteristics of a trapezoid; trapezoidal.
The architect designed a trapezoid roof to give the building a distinctive profile.