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1. concave
adjective. ['kɑːnˈkeɪv, ˈkɑːnkeɪv'] curving inward.
Synonyms
- saclike
- pouch-shaped
- acetabular
- urn-shaped
- bursiform
- cotyloid
- recessed
- planoconcave
- cuplike
- intrusive
- concavo-convex
- bowl-shaped
- saucer-shaped
- concavo-concave
- patelliform
- boat-shaped
- biconcave
- cupular
- cupulate
- dished
- dish-shaped
- cotyloidal
- umbilicate
Antonyms
- convex
- solid
- unintrusive
- extrusive
Etymology
- concavus (Latin)
- cavus (Latin)
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Rhymes with Concave
- musgrave
Sentences with concave
1. Noun, singular or mass
Layer unscented pine shavings in the bottom of the box and over the concave insert.
2. Verb, past participle
The belly should be concave, and the chest rounded and well-muscled.
3. Verb, non-3rd person singular present
Use a magnifying glass to spot notches, concave areas or other distinguishing characteristics.
4. Verb, base form
The female's shell will be flat; the male's will be concave down near the tail.
5. Adjective
The curves will be the concave portion of the seat.
2. concavo-concave
adjective. concave on both sides.
Synonyms
- concave
Antonyms
- protrusive
- lentiform
3. convexo-concave
adjective. convex on one side and concave on the other with the convexity being greater than the concavity.
Synonyms
- convex
Antonyms
- intrusive
- pouchlike