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convexity vs umbo

umbo vs convexity

convexity and umbo both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
convexity Yes No No No
umbo Yes No No No
As nouns, umbo is a hyponym of convexity; that is, umbo is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than convexity:
  • convexity: a shape that curves or bulges outward
  • umbo: a slight rounded elevation where the malleus attaches to the eardrum
Other hyponyms of convexity include camber, entasis, knob, node, thickening, ridge, peak, point, tip, taper, projection.
convexity (noun) umbo (noun)
the property possessed by a convex shape a slight rounded elevation where the malleus attaches to the eardrum
a shape that curves or bulges outward
Difference between convexity and umbo

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