convex

adjective

con·​vex kän-ˈveks How to pronounce convex (audio) ˈkän-ˌveks How to pronounce convex (audio)
kən-ˈveks
1
a
: curved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle
b
: being a continuous function or part of a continuous function with the property that a line joining any two points on its graph lies on or above the graph
2
a
of a set of points : containing all points in a line joining any two constituent points
b
of a geometric figure : comprising a convex set when combined with its interior
a convex polygon

Examples of convex in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Mikel Welch Design founder Mikel Welch creatively decorated the wall above the primary bedroom's fireplace using a convex mirror. Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Oct. 2024 But there are also hoops, in a huggie style that take the line’s convex shapes to maximum effect, along with tennis bracelets, done in square lines that mimic those of the physical court. Shannon Adducci, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2024 One man in shorts and a golf shirt does a quick pelvic thrust, while another slides his hands sensually over his slightly convex belly. EW.com, 14 Aug. 2024 The face buttons are responsive with a convex shape while the triggers have a nice give to them. Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 7 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for convex 

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Word History

Etymology

Middle French or Latin; Middle French convexe, from Latin convexus vaulted, concave, convex, from com- + -vexus; perhaps akin to Latin vehere to carry — more at way

First Known Use

1571, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of convex was in 1571

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Cite this Entry

“Convex.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/convex. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

convex

adjective
con·​vex kän-ˈveks How to pronounce convex (audio) kən- How to pronounce convex (audio)
ˈkän-ˌveks
: curved or rounded like the outside of a sphere or circle
a convex lens
convexity
kən-ˈvek-sət-ē
kän-
noun

Medical Definition

convex

adjective
: curved or rounded like the exterior of a sphere or circle
convex lenses are used to correct for farsightedness
convexity noun
plural convexities
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