radial
Radial (adjective) means Arranged like spokes, radiating outward from a central point. Example: “The flower has a radial pattern of petals around its center.”
How to use radial
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSpreading outward from a center, like spokes on a wheel.
Word forms
more radial comparative, radials plural, most radial superlative
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The flower has a _____ pattern of petals around its center.
Etymology
From Medieval Latin radialis, based on Latin radius, "spoke" or "ray".
Rhymes for radial
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What does “radial” mean?
The word “radial” means arranged like spokes, radiating outward from a central point. In plain terms, spreading outward from a center, like spokes on a wheel.
How do you pronounce “radial”?
“Radial” is pronounced RAY-dee-uhl (/ˈɹeɪdi.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “radial” in a sentence?
Here is “radial” used in a sentence: “The flower has a radial pattern of petals around its center.”
What part of speech is “radial”?
“Radial” is an adjective.
Where does the word “radial” come from?
The word “radial” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin radialis, based on Latin radius, "spoke" or "ray".
Is “radial” a common word?
“Radial” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “radial” have?
“Radial” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: arranged like spokes, radiating outward from a central point.