rhombus

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Rhombus' refers to a four-sided shape, or a quadrilateral, where all four sides have the same length, like a square. However, the angles of a rhombus don't have to be 90 degrees.

Examples in Different Contexts

In geometry, a 'rhombus' is studied as a type of quadrilateral. A math teacher might explain, 'A square is a special case of a rhombus where all angles are right angles.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

We need some eye-catching design elements for the new website. We could work with unusual shapes?

Response:

Good idea. We could use rhombus shaped divs for the photo gallery, making our website visually striking.

Product

Scenario:

How can we ensure our new range of tiles stands out in the market? Should we consider uncommon patterns?

Response:

Absolutely. We could design our tiles in a rhombus shape, offering our customers a unique, modern choice.