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cylindre

A cylindre is a geometric shape that is solid and has two parallel circular bases connected by a curved surface. It is often used in mathematics and engineering for calculations and measurements.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A three-dimensional geometric shape with two parallel circular bases and a curved surface connecting them.

Usages:

1. In mathematics, cylindres are often studied and used for their properties and calculations.
2. In engineering, cylindres are commonly found in machinery and structural design.

Examples:

1. The volume of a cylindre can be calculated using the formula V = πr²h, where r is the radius of the base and h is the height.

2. The pistons in a car engine are shaped like cylindres.

3. The storage tank at the factory is a large cylindre.

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