isometric

English

/ˌaɪ.səʊˈmɛt.ɹɪk/, /ˌaɪ.soʊˈmɛt.ɹɪk/

adj
Definitions
  • Of, or exhibiting equality in dimensions.
  • Of, or being a geometric system of three equal axes lying at right angles to each other (especially in crystallography).
  • (physiology) Of or involving muscular contraction against resistance in which the length of the muscle remains the same. See also: exercise
  • (physics) Taking place at constant volume because of being confined by rigid boundaries.

Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek ἰσομέτρητος (equal in measure).

Origin

Ancient Greek

ἰσομέτρητος

Gloss

equal in measure

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