CONVEXITY

convexity, convexness

(noun) the property possessed by a convex shape

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

convexity (countable and uncountable, plural convexities)

The state of being convex.

A convex line or surface.

(finance) A measure of the curvature in the relationship between the prices and yields of bonds.

Antonyms

• concavity

Source: Wiktionary


Con*vex"i*ty, n.; pl. Convexities. Etym: [L. convexitas: cf. F. convexité.]

Definition: The state of being convex; the exterior surface of a convex body; roundness. A smooth, uniform convexity and rotundity of a globe. Bentley.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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SOMETIME

(adverb) at some indefinite or unstated time; “let’s get together sometime”; “everything has to end sometime”; “It was to be printed sometime later”


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