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symmetry

sym·me·try

symmetry

 
 
pronunciation:
sI m tri
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part of speech: noun
inflections: symmetries
definition: a state in which both sides of something are balanced in size, form, or arrangement.
This breed of dog should exhibit symmetry in its markings, but yours has more white on its right leg.Human faces have symmetry.
 
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