1620s, "pertaining to geometry," shortened form of geometrical (q.v.). In reference to a style of ancient Greek pottery decoration characterized by straight lines and angles, and the associated culture, 1902.
双语例句
1. Geometric designs were popular wall decorations in the 14th century.
14世纪,几何图形是风靡一时的墙壁装饰图案。
来自柯林斯例句
2. Many pictures have been based on simple geometric designs.
许多画都是基于简单的几何图案。
来自柯林斯例句
3. Population is increasing in that country in a geometric progression.
那个国家的人口正以几何级数增长。
来自辞典例句
4. These results parallel Archimedes'geometric theorems.