equidistance
|e-qui-dis-tance|
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/ˌiːkwɪˈdɪstəns/
equal distance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'equidistance' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aequidistantia,' where 'aequi-' meant 'equal' and 'distantia' meant 'distance.'
Historical Evolution
'aequidistantia' transformed into the French word 'équidistance,' and eventually became the modern English word 'equidistance' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'equal distance,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or condition of being at equal distances from two or more points.
The equidistance of the two points from the center was crucial for the design.
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Last updated: 2025/01/19 17:06