Rhomb
1. Parts of Speech:
Noun
2. Definitions:
- A parallelogram with opposite equal acute angles, opposite equal obtuse angles, and four equal sides.
- A diamond shape.
3. Pronunciations:
4. Origin and Usage:
The word "rhomb" comes from the Greek word "rhombos" which means "spinning top." It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe a parallelogram with four equal sides and opposite equal acute and obtuse angles. In more recent times, it is also used to describe a diamond shape.
5. Synonyms:
- Diamond
- Parallelogram
- Rhombus
6. Related Words:
- Bloom
- Chomb
- Climb
- Flomb
- Plumb
7. Example Sentences:
- The kite was shaped like a rhomb.
- The rhomb has opposite equal acute angles and opposite equal obtuse angles.