bisector
What is another word for bisector? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A line or curve that divides a line segment, angle, or other figure into two equal parts.
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How to use bisector
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
angle bisector
perpendicular bisector
draw a bisector
bisector of a segment
It is a maths term, used mainly in geometry lessons and technical writing.
Etymology
The word is formed from the verb bisect with the ending -or added, giving a noun for the thing that does the bisecting.
Full origin of bisector →Frequently asked questions
What is a bisector in geometry?
A bisector is a line or curve that cuts a segment, angle, or other figure into two equal parts.
What is an angle bisector?
An angle bisector is a line that splits an angle exactly in half, into two equal smaller angles.
What is a perpendicular bisector?
A perpendicular bisector is a line that crosses a segment at its exact midpoint and meets it at a right angle.
