noun

asymmetry

Asymmetry (noun) means an absence of symmetry or proportion between the parts of a thing, or a distinction that produces such a lack of symmetry.

noun

An absence of symmetry or proportion between the parts of a thing, or a distinction that produces such a lack of symmetry.

The lack of a common measure between two objects or quantities; incommensurability.

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Etymology

From Ancient Greek ἀσυμμετρία (asummetría), from ἀσύμμετρος (asúmmetros) + -ία (-ía), from ἀ- (a-) + σύμμετρος (súmmetros); equivalent to a- + symmetry.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of asymmetry?

"asymmetry" (noun) means an absence of symmetry or proportion between the parts of a thing, or a distinction that produces such a lack of symmetry.

What are the different meanings of asymmetry?

"asymmetry" has 2 main meanings: 1. An absence of symmetry or proportion between the parts of a thing, or a distinction that produces such a lack of symmetry; 2. The lack of a common measure between two objects or quantities; incommensurability.