CEFR B2

perimeter

noun

Meaning

The continuous line forming the boundary of a closed geometric figure, or the length of such a line.

Examples

The security guards patrolled the entire perimeter of the building.
To calculate the perimeter of a square, you multiply the length of one side by four.

Synonyms: edge, boundary, circumference, border

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perimeter (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /pəˈrɪmɪtər/

Definition

The continuous line forming the boundary of a closed geometric figure, or the length of such a line.

Examples

The security guards patrolled the entire perimeter of the building.
To calculate the perimeter of a square, you multiply the length of one side by four.
They decided to build a fence along the perimeter of their property.

How to Use perimeter

around the perimeter (prepositional phrase): Encircling the outer edge. — "A high wall runs around the perimeter of the estate."
along the perimeter (prepositional phrase): Following the line of the outer edge. — "Trees were planted along the perimeter of the field."

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