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- Dictionarysemicircle/ˈsɛmɪˌsəːkl/
noun
- 1. a half of a circle or of its circumference.
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A semicircle is a half of a circle or an object or arrangement of objects in the form of a half circle. Learn more about the word history, examples, synonyms and related entries of semicircle from Merriam-Webster dictionary.
Aug 3, 2023 · Definition. ‘Semi’ means half, thus semicircle is a half-circle. It is formed when a line passing through the center of the circle touches the two ends forming an intercepted arc. Thus a semicircle consists of the diameter of the circle and its connecting arc.
In mathematics (and more specifically geometry), a semicircle is a one-dimensional locus of points that forms half of a circle. It is a circular arc that measures 180° (equivalently, π radians, or a half-turn). It only has one line of symmetry (reflection symmetry).
A semicircle is half of a circle or the arc from one end of a diameter to the other. Learn more about the word history, derived forms, and usage examples of semicircle from Dictionary.com.
A semicircle is a half circle formed by cutting the circle into two halves with a diameter. Learn how to calculate the area and perimeter of a semicircle using its radius or diameter with formulas and examples.
A semicircle is one half of a circle, or something having the shape of half a circle.