What does hemicycle mean?

Definitions for hemicycle
ˈhɛm ɪˌsaɪ kəlhemi·cy·cle

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. semicircle, hemicyclenoun

    a plane figure with the shape of half a circle

Wiktionary

  1. hemicyclenoun

    semicircle

  2. hemicyclenoun

    A semicircular structure

Samuel Johnson's Dictionary

  1. Hemicyclenoun

    A half round.

    Etymology: ἡμίϰυϰλος.

Wikipedia

  1. Hemicycle

    In legislatures, a hemicycle is a semicircular, or horseshoe-shaped, debating chamber (plenary chamber), where deputies (members) sit to discuss and pass legislation. Although originally of Ancient Greek roots, the term and modern design derive from French politics and practice.

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  1. hemicycle

    A hemicycle is a semicircular, or half circular, structure, space or seating arrangement, commonly found in architectural designs, such as theaters, parliament houses, or ancient amphitheaters.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Hemicyclenoun

    a half circle; a semicircle

  2. Hemicyclenoun

    a semicircular place, as a semicircular arena, or room, or part of a room

  3. Etymology: [L. hemicyclus, Gr. ; + ky`klos.]

Wikidata

  1. Hemicycle

    In legislatures, a hemicycle is a term for a semicircular, or horseshoe shaped, debating chamber where deputies sit to discuss and pass legislation. Though composed of Greek roots, the term is French in origin.

Chambers 20th Century Dictionary

  1. Hemicycle

    hem′i-sī-kl, n. a semicircle, a room with seats so arranged. [Fr.,—Gr.]

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of hemicycle in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of hemicycle in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2


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