axonometric
9.9
A drawing that shows a three-dimensional object using parallel lines, not perspective
- noun
- /ˌæksəˈnɒmɪtɪk/
- Specialized
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proyección axonométrica
- Rendered axonometric showing the building's plan and layout.
Examples
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The architect presented an axonometric drawing of the new shopping center to illustrate its design.
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In his art class, the teacher explained how to create an axonometric projection to accurately depict 3D objects.
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Using an axonometric view, the students were able to better understand the spatial relationships in their architectural models.
Synonyms
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4.6
A flat drawing that shows an object from one view
uses parallel lines and avoids perspective distortion rather than showing viewpoint perspective
9.9
A drawing that shows several sides of a 3D object without making distant parts look smaller
is the drawn or projected image rather than the general drawing method
How Distorted
Surface Forms
axonometric singular
axonometrics plural
Etymology
Axonometric comes from Greek parts axōn 'axis' and metron 'measure', like the English word axis. So an axonometric is a drawing that shows a 3D object by using its axes and parallel lines, which keeps sizes correct instead of using perspective.