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symmetrical

sym·met·ri·cal [ si méttrik'l ] or sym·met·ric [ si méttrik ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. exhibiting symmetry: in which parts on either side of a central dividing line correspond to each other or are identical to each other

2. balanced: relating to or having balanced proportions, especially in two halves of a whole

3. mathematics with pairs of points: describes two points that can be joined by a line bisected by a specific point or perpendicular, or a shape that has such pairs of points

4. mathematics with interchangeable terms: describes an equation or function in which terms or variables may be interchanged without altering its value or form

5. chemistry with symmetrical molecular structure: with atoms or groups that display symmetry about a plane in a chemical structure

6. anatomy on opposite sides: describes body parts that have the same function but are situated on opposite sides, either of the same organ or the same body


sym·met·ri·cal·ly adverb
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