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convexo-convex

convexo-convex

9.9
Curved outward on both sides like a lens
  • adjective
  • /kənˈvɛksoʊ kənˈvɛks/
  • Specialized
translation icon : biconvexo
  • The lens was shaped in a convexo-convex form to focus the light more effectively.

Examples

  • Many high-quality magnifying glasses use convexo-convex lenses for clearer images.

  • This lens is convexo-convex.

  • A convexo-convex structure is often used in optical instruments to converge light rays.

  • The convexo-convex shape is essential in optics.

  • Many high-quality magnifying glasses use convexo-convex lenses for clearer images.

  • The lens was shaped in a convexo-convex form to focus the light more effectively.

  • A convexo-convex structure is often used in optical instruments to converge light rays.

Synonyms

lenticular
vsconvexo-convex
  • Specialized
1 8.8

Shaped like a lens with both sides curving outwards

is the same descriptive form rather than a specific variant name
biconvex
vsconvexo-convex
  • Specialized
8.6

A shape with both sides curved outward like a lens

is the same general shape described as curved outward on opposite surfaces
lentiform
vsconvexo-convex
  • Specialized
9.9

A lens-shaped form that curves outward on both sides

is the same shape but expressed with a different name in usage
lenticularis
vsconvexo-convex
  • Specialized
9.9

Shaped like a flat round lens with both sides curved

emphasizes the flattened middle, unlike the simpler two-sided curve description

Antonyms

concave
5 5.2

Curved inward like the inside of a bowl or spoon

Surface Forms

convexo-convex positive

Etymology

Convexo-convex comes from the Latin root convex meaning 'arched' or 'curved outward', and it is like saying convex twice to show both sides are bulging out. Think of a lens shaped like a lentil with both sides curving outward; that is why a convexo-convex lens makes light come together.