Semicircle

usgb/ˈsemisɜːrkl,ˈsemaɪsɜːrkl/
noun

Half of a circle. Imagine a full circle that is cut exactly in the middle, forming two equal parts. Each part is called a semicircle.

He drew a semicircle on the whiteboard.
Visual representation of "semicircle" - Half of a circle. Imagine a full circle that is cut exactly in the middle, forming two equal parts. Each part is called a semicircle.

Often appears as...

  • draw a semicircle
  • semicircle shape
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Visual Imagery

Picture a semicircle as a pizza slice; it helps visualize its shape.

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The road curved in a perfect semicircle like a slice of my favorite pizza.
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Descriptive Use

Use 'semicircle' to describe objects or formations that approximate a half-circle.

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The dancers stood in a loose semicircle to welcome the audience.
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Not Always Perfect

A semicircle may refer to something not exactly half a circle, but close in shape.

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The children arranged their seats in a rough semicircle around the campfire.
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