Protractor
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /pɹəˈtɹæktə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Protractor is a noun meaning One who, or that which, protracts, or causes protraction.
Meaning
One who, or that which, protracts, or causes protraction.
More Meanings
- A circular or semicircular tool for drawing or measuring angles.
- (surgery) An instrument formerly used in extracting foreign or offensive matter from a wound.
- (anatomy) A muscle that extends an organ or part; opposed to retractor.
- An adjustable pattern used by tailors.
Word Forms
- protractors
Synonyms for protractor
Depending on context, synonyms include semicircle.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bevel, protracter, retractor, propeller, retracter, stretcher.
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