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Symmetry
01
the quality of having two halves that are exactly the same, which are separated by an axis
Examples
The butterfly 's wings display perfect symmetry along its body.
Architects often use symmetry to create visually balanced buildings.
1.1
(physics) the property of a system or physical law remaining unchanged under specific transformations (e.g., rotation, translation)
Examples
The symmetry of the electric field around a point charge is spherical.
Crystals exhibit translational symmetry in their atomic lattice structure.
02
a balanced and harmonious arrangement of parts or elements within a whole
Examples
The symmetry of the garden's design created a sense of calm and order.
The poem 's symmetry in structure and theme made it pleasing to analyze.
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