angular

UK: ˈæŋɡjʊlə | US: ˈæŋɡjələr

Definition

  1. adj. having angles or sharp corners

  2. adj. relating to an angle or angles

  3. adj. (of a person or body) lean and bony

Structure
ang <angle, corner>ular <adjective suffix>
Etymology

The word "angular" originates from the Latin angulus (meaning "angle" or "corner"), combined with the suffix -ular, which forms adjectives. The root ang- is also seen in words like "angle" and "triangle." Over time, "angular" evolved to describe not just geometric shapes but also physical traits (e.g., a lean, bony appearance) due to the sharpness implied by angles.

Examples

  1. The building had an angular design with sharp edges.

  2. She admired the angular patterns in the crystal.

  3. His angular face made him look stern.

  4. The robot moved in stiff, angular motions.

  5. The artist preferred angular lines over curves in her sketches.