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concave
Concave (adj) means curving inwards, like the inside of a bowl.
adj
1
Curving inwards, like the inside of a bowl.
2
(geometry) Describes a shape with at least one corner pointing inwards, making an angle of more than 180 degrees.
3
(mathematics) Describes a curve where a straight line between any two of its points stays below the curve itself.
4
Empty or hollow inside.
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Etymology
Came into English via Middle English concave, from Old French concave, from Latin concavus.
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What is the meaning of concave?
"concave" (adj) means curving inwards, like the inside of a bowl.
What is the opposite of concave?
The opposite of "concave" is convex.
What are the different meanings of concave?
"concave" has 3 main meanings: 1. Curving inwards, like the inside of a bowl; 2. (geometry) Describes a shape with at least one corner pointing inwards, making an angle of more than 180 degrees; 3. (mathematics) Describes a curve where a straight line between any two of its points stays below the curve itself.
