semicircle Synonyms & Antonyms
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Semicircle as a Noun
1
A half of a circle.
2
A surveyor's instrument for measuring angles; a graphometer.
3
An arc whose center is the penalty spot, extending from the top of the penalty area.
4
Half of a circle.
5
An instrument for measuring angles.
Semicircle as a Verb
1
To travel or move around in a semicircle.
Word Forms & Grammar
semicircle (plural semicircles)
semicircle (third-person singular simple present semicircles, present participle semicircling, simple past and past participle semicircled)
Words That Rhyme With Semicircle
Origin of Semicircle
From semi- + circle.
Word Facts for Semicircle
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Meaning | A half of a circle |
| Plural | semicircles |
| Verb forms | semicircles, semicircling, semicircled |
Common Questions About Semicircle
Is semicircle a noun or a verb?
Semicircle is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of semicircle?
The plural of semicircle is semicircles.
What is the past tense of semicircle?
The past tense of semicircle is semicircled. The present participle is semicircling.