Semicircular

Pronunciation: /ˌsɛmiˈsɜrkjələr/

Definitions of semicircular

adjective describing a shape that is half of a circle; having the shape of a semicircle

Example Sentences

A1 The semicircular table was perfect for our small kitchen.

A2 The semicircular window in the living room let in a lot of natural light.

B1 The semicircular driveway made it easy for cars to enter and exit the property.

B2 The semicircular staircase in the hotel lobby was a beautiful architectural feature.

C1 The semicircular amphitheater was designed to provide excellent acoustics for performances.

C2 The semicircular design of the building allowed for stunning panoramic views of the city skyline.

Examples of semicircular in a Sentence

formal The semicircular arches of the cathedral were a stunning example of Gothic architecture.

informal The semicircular driveway makes it easy to pull in and out of the house.

slang I love how the semicircular stage gives the performers room to move around.

figurative Her smile was like a semicircular rainbow, brightening up the room.

Grammatical Forms of semicircular

• past tense: semicircled
• plural: semicirculars
• comparative: more semicircular
• superlative: most semicircular
• present tense: semicircles
• future tense: will semicircle
• perfect tense: has semicircled
• continuous tense: is semicircling
• singular: semicircular
• positive degree: semicircular
• infinitive: to semicircle
• gerund: semicircling
• participle: semicircled

Origin and Evolution of semicircular

First Known Use: 1555 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'semicircular' originates from the Latin word 'semicircularis', which is a combination of 'semi-' meaning half and 'circulus' meaning circle.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something that is half of a circle, the word 'semicircular' has evolved to also refer to shapes or structures that resemble half of a circle, such as arches or windows.