What does hemicycle mean?
Definitions for hemicycle
ˈhɛm ɪˌsaɪ kəlhemi·cy·cle
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Princeton's WordNet
semicircle, hemicyclenoun
a plane figure with the shape of half a circle
Wiktionary
hemicyclenoun
semicircle
hemicyclenoun
A semicircular structure
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Hemicyclenoun
A half round.
Etymology: ἡμίϰυϰλος.
Wikipedia
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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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
Hemicyclenoun
a half circle; a semicircle
Hemicyclenoun
a semicircular place, as a semicircular arena, or room, or part of a room
Etymology: [L. hemicyclus, Gr. ; + ky`klos.]
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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
Hemicycle
hem′i-sī-kl, n. a semicircle, a room with seats so arranged. [Fr.,—Gr.]
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of hemicycle in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of hemicycle in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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