diagram
UK: ˈdaɪ.ə.ɡræm | US: ˈdaɪ.ə.ɡræm
n. a simplified drawing showing the appearance, structure, or workings of something
n. a geometric figure used to illustrate a mathematical concept
vt. to represent or explain something using a diagram
The word "diagram" originates from Greek diagramma, combining dia- (meaning "through" or "across") and -gramma (meaning "something written or drawn"). It originally referred to geometric figures drawn to demonstrate mathematical proofs. Over time, its meaning expanded to include any visual representation of information, reflecting the logic of "drawing lines through concepts" to clarify them.
The teacher drew a diagram to explain the water cycle.
The manual includes a detailed diagram of the engine parts.
She diagrammed the sentence to analyze its grammatical structure.
The scientist used a Venn diagram to compare the two theories.
The architect created a floor plan diagram for the new building.