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Angle Meaning, Examples, and Usage (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：space between meeting lines (angle)
angle
/ˈæŋɡəl/
n.
The space between two lines or surfaces that meet, measured in degrees.
space between meeting lines
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/speɪs bɪˈtwiːn ˈmiːtɪŋ laɪnz/
n.
The figure formed by two lines or surfaces that diverge from a common point, typically measured in degrees or radians.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'angulus' (corner), from Proto-Indo-European 'ank-' (to bend).
💡 Mnemonic
Picture a bent knee forming an 'angle'—the joint creates a corner just like a geometric angle.
📖 Example
When setting up the new bookshelf, make sure the angle between the side panel and the back support is exactly 90 degrees for maximum stability.
When setting up the new bookshelf, ensure the angle between the side panel and the back support is exactly 90 degrees for maximum stability.
🔗 Collocations
right angle – an angle of 90 degrees
acute angle – an angle less than 90 degrees
obtuse angle – an angle greater than 90 degrees
🔄 Synonyms
corner (n.) – the point where two lines or edges meet
bend (n.) – a curved or angular part of something
intersection (n.) – the point where two lines or roads cross
🚫 Antonyms
straight line (n.) – a line without any angles or bends
🌱 Derivatives
angular (adj.) – having angles or sharp corners
angulate (v.) – to make angular or form into an angle
angulation (n.) – the formation or measurement of angles
📖 Cultural Story
Latin 'angulus' gave Old French 'angle', which entered English around the 14th century. Originally a geometric term, it later acquired metaphorical meanings like 'point of view' in the 19th century.
Meaning 2：particular point of view (angle)
angle
/ˈæŋɡəl/
n.
A particular way of looking at or thinking about something.
particular point of view
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/pərˈtɪkjələr pɔɪnt əv vjuː/
n.
A specific way of considering or interpreting a situation, issue, or topic.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The journalist wrote an interesting article about the city's development from the angle of environmental protection.
The journalist wrote an interesting article about the city's development from the angle of environmental protection.
🔗 Collocations
from a different angle – considering something from another perspective
marketing angle – a particular way of promoting a product
political angle – a viewpoint focused on political aspects
🔄 Synonyms
perspective (n.) – a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something
viewpoint (n.) – a position from which something is considered
outlook (n.) – a person's point of view or general attitude
🚫 Antonyms
🌱 Derivatives
angled (adj.) – directed or slanted in a particular way
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