diametric
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diametric or diametrical (ˌdaɪəˈmɛtrɪk) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —adj | |
| 1. | Also: diametral of, related to, or along a diameter |
| 2. | completely opposed |
| diametrical or diametrical | |
| —adj | |
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| diametric or diametrical (ˌdaɪəˈmɛtrɪk) | |
| —adj | |
| 1. | Also: diametral of, related to, or along a diameter |
| 2. | completely opposed |
| diametrical or diametrical | |
| —adj | |
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diametric
1868, from Gk. diametrikos, from diametros (see diameter). Related: Diametrical.
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Example sentences
There simply are no grounds for debate, beyond diametric opposition.
The orifice setting and the diametric clearance between the piston and cylinder control the rate of air transfer.
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