isocercy

/aɪsəˈsɜːrsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of symmetry in which the parts are arranged around a central axis, but not necessarily in a radial or spiral manner.

“The artist was fascinated by the isocercy of the ancient temple’s design.”

2. noun

A condition or state of being isocercic, in which there is a lack of radial or spiral symmetry.

“The scientist studied the isocercy of the cell’s structure under a microscope.”

Synonyms

  • isometry
  • symmetry

Antonyms

  • anisocercy
  • asymmetry