diagram
DEYE-uh-gram
Diagram (noun) means a simplified drawing that shows how something works or how its parts relate to each other. Example: “The manual included a diagram showing how to assemble the shelf.”
noun
1
A simplified drawing that shows how something works or how its parts relate to each other.
"The manual included a diagram showing how to assemble the shelf."
"She sketched a diagram of the water cycle for her students."
"The engineer drew a quick diagram to explain how the pump works."
verb
1
To represent something visually using a diagram.
"The teacher diagrammed the sentence on the whiteboard."
"Students diagram the parts of a flower in their biology notebooks."
"The architect diagrammed the route that visitors would follow through the building."
How to use diagram
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA simple drawing that explains how something is put together or how it works.
Common pairings
draw a diagram
flow diagram
diagram of the process
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Word forms
- Plural
- diagrams
- Third person singular
- diagrams
- Past tense
- diagrammed, diagramed
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Etymology
From French diagramme, from Greek diagramma, from dia- ("across") + graphein ("to write, draw").
Synonyms
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Rhymes for diagram
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What does “diagram” mean?
The word “diagram” means a simplified drawing that shows how something works or how its parts relate to each other. In plain terms, a simple drawing that explains how something is put together or how it works.
How do you pronounce “diagram”?
“Diagram” is pronounced DEYE-uh-gram (/ˈdaɪ.ə.ɡɹæm/ in IPA).
How do you use “diagram” in a sentence?
Here is “diagram” used in a sentence: “The manual included a diagram showing how to assemble the shelf.”
What is another word for “diagram”?
Words with a similar meaning to “diagram” include chart, design, map, graph, graphic and plan.
What part of speech is “diagram”?
Depending on how it is used, “diagram” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “diagram” come from?
The word “diagram” comes from French. From French diagramme, from Greek diagramma, from dia- ("across") + graphein ("to write, draw").
Is “diagram” a common word?
“Diagram” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “diagram” have?
“Diagram” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a simplified drawing that shows how something works or how its parts relate to each other.
What is the difference between a diagram and a chart?
A diagram is a simplified drawing that shows how something works or how its parts relate to each other, focusing on structure or process, while a chart typically presents data, such as numbers or comparisons, in visual form. A diagram explains relationships; a chart displays data.
What is the difference between a diagram and a picture?
A diagram is a simplified, functional drawing meant to explain or illustrate structure, while a picture is a more realistic representation meant primarily to show appearance. Diagrams often use labels, arrows, and symbols rather than lifelike detail.
Can diagram be used as a verb?
Yes, diagram can be used as a verb meaning to represent something visually using a diagram, as in "diagram the sentence" or "diagram the process."
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