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| sym·met·ri·cal [ si méttrik'l ] or sym·met·ric [ si méttrik ] |
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1. exhibiting symmetry: in which parts on either side of a central dividing line correspond to each other or are identical to each other
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2. balanced: relating to or having balanced proportions, especially in two halves of a whole
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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
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4. mathematics with interchangeable terms: describes an equation or function in which terms or variables may be interchanged without altering its value or form
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5. chemistry with symmetrical molecular structure: with atoms or groups that display symmetry about a plane in a chemical structure
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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
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  sym·met·ri·cal·ly adverb |
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