ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Radian

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˈɹeɪdiən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Radian is a noun meaning (geometry) In the International System of Units, the derived unit of plane angle: the angle subtended at the centre of a circle by an arc of its circumference equal in length to the radius of the circle.

Meaning

(geometry) In the International System of Units, the derived unit of plane angle: the angle subtended at the centre of a circle by an arc of its circumference equal in length to the radius of the circle.

Word Forms

Synonyms for radian

Depending on context, synonyms include rad.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include rad, radius, rhumb, irradiancy, radiary, ronnametre.

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