symmetry (n.)

  1. (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane

    [ Syn: symmetricalness , correspondence , balance ]

  2. balance among the parts of something

    [ Syn: proportion ]

  3. (physics) the property of being isotropic; having the same value when measured in different directions

    [ Syn: isotropy ]

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