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    pe·rim·e·ter
    /pəˈrimədər/

    noun

    • 1. the continuous line forming the boundary of a closed geometric figure: "the perimeter of a rectangle" Similar circumferenceoutsideouter edge
    • 2. an instrument for measuring the extent and characteristics of a person's field of vision.

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  2. www.splashlearn.com › math-vocabulary › geometryPerimeter - Splashlearn Header

    In geometry, the perimeter of a shape is defined as the total length of its boundary. The perimeter of a shape is determined by adding the length of all the sides and edges enclosing the shape. It is measured in linear units of measurement like centimeters, meters, inches, or feet.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › perimeterPerimeter Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    1. a. : the boundary of a closed plane figure. b. : the length of a perimeter. 2. : a line or strip bounding or protecting an area. 3. : outer limits often used in plural. 4. : the part of a basketball court outside the three-point line. Did you know? Parameter vs. Perimeter. It's very easy to confuse parameter with perimeter.

  4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPERIMETER | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    PERIMETER definition: 1. the outer edge of an area of land or the border around it: 2. the length of the outer edge of a…. Learn more.

  5. byjus.com › maths › perimeterPerimeter (Meaning, Formula, Units, Calculation & Solved...

    The perimeter defines the length of the boundary of a two-dimensional shape in a plane. Learn how to find the perimeter of different shapes with the help of formulas and solved examples at BYJU’S.

  6. www.dictionary.com › browse › perimeterPERIMETER Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    noun. a line bounding or marking off an area: The police created a perimeter with caution tape around the crime scene. the outermost limits: Under the new regulations, the smoke-free area for playgrounds and sports areas extends 20 meters from the perimeter of each site. Geometry. the border or outer boundary of a two-dimensional figure.

  7. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › PerimeterPerimeter - Wikipedia

    A perimeter is a closed path that encompasses, surrounds, or outlines either a two dimensional shape or a one-dimensional length. The perimeter of a circle or an ellipse is called its circumference .

  8. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPERIMETER | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    PERIMETER meaning: 1. the outer edge of an area of land or the border around it: 2. the length of the outer edge of a…. Learn more.

  9. www.thefreedictionary.com › perimeterPerimeter - definition of perimeter by The Free Dictionary

    perimeter. the circumference or outline of a closed figure; outer boundary of an enclosed area: the perimeter of the estate. Not to be confused with: parameter – a measurable characteristic; a constant factor serving as a limit; guidelines: the basic parameters of our foreign policy.

  10. www.math.net › perimeterPerimeter - Math.net

    The perimeter is the total length or distance around a two dimensional shape. In the figure below, the perimeter of each shape is the sum of the lengths of each side, shown in red.

  11. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishPERIMETER definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    The perimeter of an area of land is the whole of its outer edge or boundary. ...the perimeter of the airport. [ + of] Officers dressed in riot gear are surrounding the perimeter fence. Synonyms: boundary, edge, border, bounds More Synonyms of perimeter. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers.