Cuboidal Meaning and Definition
Cuboidal
Pronunciation
/ˈkjuːbədi/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A three-dimensional solid shape with six rectangular faces, in which all the sides have equal length.
Examples
- The cuboid shape of the box made it easy to stack.
- The artist used cuboids to create a geometric sculpture.
Synonyms
- Rectangular prism
- Square base
Antonyms
- Spherical
- Ellipsoid
Etymology
The term “cuboidal” comes from the Latin words “cubus,” meaning cube, and “oidal,” meaning resembling.
Usage Notes
In mathematics, the term “cuboidal” is often used to describe the shape of a three-dimensional figure with six rectangular faces. In everyday language, it is often used to describe containers, such as boxes or cubes, that have the same properties as a mathematically perfect cuboid.
Cultural References
In the context of art, cuboids are often used in constructivist and minimalist art movements, where they are used to create geometric sculptures and installations.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
None
Related Words or Phrases
- Cube
- Prism
- Rectangular
Collocations
- Cuboidal shape
- Cuboidal body
Frequency of Use
Cuboidal is a relatively rare word in everyday language, but it is frequently used in mathematical and scientific contexts.
Common Misspellings
Cubidial, Cubodial, Cubidol