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Definition of Concave
1. Adjective. Curving inward.
Similar to: Acetabular, Cotyloid, Cotyloidal, Biconcave, Concavo-concave, Boat-shaped, Bowl-shaped, Bursiform, Pouch-shaped, Pouchlike, Saclike, Concavo-convex, Cuplike, Cupular, Cupulate, Dish-shaped, Dished, Patelliform, Planoconcave, Recessed, Saucer-shaped, Umbilicate, Urn-shaped
Also: Intrusive
Derivative terms: Concaveness, Concavity, Concavity
Antonyms: Convex
Also: Intrusive
Derivative terms: Concaveness, Concavity, Concavity
Antonyms: Convex
Definition of Concave
1. a. Hollow and curved or rounded; vaulted; -- said of the interior of a curved surface or line, as of the curve of the of the inner surface of an eggshell, in opposition to convex; as, a concave mirror; the concave arch of the sky.
2. n. A hollow; an arched vault; a cavity; a recess.
3. v. t. To make hollow or concave.
Definition of Concave
1. to make concave (curving inward) [v -CAVED, -CAVING, -CAVES]
Medical Definition of Concave
1. Having a depressed or hollowed surface. Origin: L. Concavus, arched or vaulted (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Concave
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