vesicae

/vɛˈsiː.iː/

Definitions

1. noun

The vesicae, or ‘bladder of the moon’, refers to the area inside a circle bounded by two intersecting circles, or it can also be a term used in various contexts, including astronomy, geometry, and mysticism to describe a specific shape or symbol.

“The artist used the vesicae to create an intricate pattern on the stained glass window.”

2. plural noun

The vesicae in mathematics is a term referring to a set of figures, especially in geometry.

“The study of vesicae was essential in understanding the principles of Euclidean geometry.”

Synonyms

  • bladder of the moon
  • sextans
  • vesica

Antonyms

  • circle