semicircle

noun, verb — 4 senses

semicircle

noun

Etymology From semi- + circle.

1

A half of a circle.

2

A surveyor's instrument for measuring angles; a graphometer.

3

Ball games, Games, Hobbies, Lifestyle, Soccer, Sports An arc whose center is the penalty spot, extending from the top of the penalty area.

semicircle

verb

Etymology From semi- + circle.

1

Ambitransitive To travel or move around in a semicircle.

Related terms: semicircular

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