Lingo

Shapes and Colors

31 Words

16m

angle
1.
an
gle
Noun

the space between two lines or surfaces that are joined, measured in degrees or radians

She used a protractor to measure the angle of the triangle accurately.

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curve
2.
curve
Noun

a line or shape that is not straight and bends gradually

He drew a curve on the paper to represent the arc of the ball's trajectory.

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form
3.
form
Noun

the shape of someone or something, especially the outline

The building's form stood out against the skyline with its unique silhouette.

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curve
4.
curve
Noun

a line or shape that is not straight and bends gradually

He drew a curve on the paper to represent the arc of the ball's trajectory.

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horizontal
5.
ho
ri
zon
tal
Adjective

positioned across and parallel to the ground and not up or down

The table was adorned with horizontal stripes.

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vertical
6.
ver
ti
cal
Adjective

positioned at a right angle to the horizon or ground, typically moving up or down

The skyscraper's vertical lines gave it a sleek and modern appearance.

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parallel
7.
pa
ra
llel
Adjective

having an equal distance from each other at every point

The two lines on the graph are parallel, indicating no change in their relationship.

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shape
8.
shape
Noun

the outer form or edges of something or someone

The children enjoyed cutting out different shapes from colored paper during the art class.

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cube
9.
cube
Noun

a three-dimensional figure made of six square or rectangular faces

The dice used in board games are typically shaped like cubes.

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pentagon
10.
pent
a
gon
Noun

a geometric shape with five angles and five straight sides

The flag of the city had a pentagon in the center, symbolizing the five founders.

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oval
11.
o
val
Adjective

rounded in shape but wider in one direction, such as the shape of an egg

The oval mirror hung above the dresser, reflecting the room's decor with its elegant curvature.

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pyramid
12.
py
ra
mid
Noun

a stone monument built in ancient Egypt usually as a tomb for the pharaohs, which has a triangular or square base that slopes up to the top

Tourists flock to see the ancient pyramids in Egypt.

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rectangle
13.
rec
tan
gle
Noun

(geometry) a flat shape with four right angles, especially one with opposing sides that are equal and parallel to each other

In geometry class, they practiced calculating the area of a rectangle.

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sphere
14.
sphere
Noun

(in geometry) a three-dimensional surface where all points are equidistant from a center

In art class, they learned to sculpt a sphere from clay.

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triangle
15.
tri
an
gle
Noun

(geometry) a flat shape consisting of three straight sides and three angles

The artist used a triangle shape to create a dynamic composition.

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hollow
16.
ho
llow
Adjective

having an empty space within

The children found a hollow tree trunk and used it as a hiding spot during their game of hide-and-seek.

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point
17.
point
Noun

the most important thing that is said or done which highlights the purpose of something

The professor made a crucial point about the importance of environmental conservation.

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level
18.
le
vel
Noun

a person's performance or capability in comparison to others

At her current level of English, Sarah can have basic conversations and understand everyday expressions.

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steep
19.
steep
Adjective

(of a surface) having a sharp slope or angle, making it difficult to climb or walk up

The steep hill made the hike challenging, requiring extra effort to ascend.

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pale
ness
Noun

a naturally light or fair complexion

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dye
21.
dye
Verb

to change the color of something using a liquid substance

She decided to dye her white shirt pink.

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light-colored
22.
light
co
lored
Adjective

(of colors) having a bright or pale shade or tone

She preferred to decorate her living room with light-colored furniture to create a bright and airy atmosphere.

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deep
23.
deep
Adjective

having a great distance from the surface to the bottom

The ocean is incredibly deep, with some parts reaching depths of over 36,000 feet.

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blood-red
24.
blood
red
Adjective

having a deep red color, like blood or fresh berries

The sky turned a dramatic blood-red at sunset, casting an eerie glow over the landscape.

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chocolate
25.
choco
late
Noun

a food prepared from roasted, ground cacao beans

The cake was adorned with chocolate shavings, making it irresistible to chocolate lovers.

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coffee
26.
co
ffee
Noun

a drink made by mixing hot water with crushed coffee beans, which is usually brown

He savored the aroma of freshly brewed coffee before taking his first sip.

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lemon
27.
le
mon
Noun

a juicy sour fruit that is round and has thick yellow skin

A few drops of lemon juice in a glass of water make for a simple and refreshing detoxifying drink.

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navy blue
28.
navy blue
Noun

a very dark shade of blue, often associated with uniforms of the navy

Navy blue is a popular color for formal attire.

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maroon
29.
ma
roon
Adjective

having a dark brownish-red color

The dress she wore to the party was a beautiful maroon hue.

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violet
30.
vio
let
Noun

a type of plant with tiny purple or white flowers and a sweet smell

The garden was filled with vibrant violets, their delicate purple flowers adding a splash of color.

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rise
31.
rise
Verb

to move from a lower to a higher position

The hot air balloon rose gracefully into the sky.

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