geometry

noun4

1. •
   The branch of mathematics dealing with spatial relationships.

   • ANY problem in geometry can easily be reduced to such terms that a knowledge of the lengths of certain straight lines is sufficient for its construction. — 1925
2. •
   A mathematical system that deals with spatial relationships and that is built on a particular set of axioms; a subbranch of geometry which deals with such a system or systems.

   • Entire new geometries are also suggested by real-world cities. — 1975
3. •
   The observed or specified spatial attributes of an object, etc.

   • The inset of figure 1 shows the geometry of the samples. They are 4.6 mm long and 0.4 mm wide. — 1990
4. •
   A mathematical object comprising representations of a space and of its spatial relationships.