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perimeter

/ˈpɛrɪmɪtər/ noun · British & US
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What does perimeter mean?

noun

The distance around a two-dimensional shape, or the distance around the outside of a three-dimensional object. The length of a line that bounds a shape or area.

Example

"The perimeter of the rectangular garden was 50 meters."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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