diamond-shaped
Definition
Adjective - Having the shape of a diamond: "diamond-shaped" describes an object or figure that has the form of a rhombus or a parallelogram with equal sides, typically with acute and obtuse angles, resembling a playing card diamond.
Usage Examples
- (The kite had the geometric form of a diamond.)
- (The pendant was cut or designed in the form of a diamond.)
- (The signs had the distinctive rhombus shape used for warning signs.)
Advanced Usage
"diamond-shaped face": a face shape that is widest at the cheekbones and narrow at the forehead and chin.
- Her diamond-shaped face was complemented by high cheekbones. (Her facial structure had the diamond-like proportions.)
"diamond-shaped pattern": a repeating design consisting of diamond forms.
- The wallpaper featured a diamond-shaped pattern in gold and blue. (The design used repeated diamond outlines.)
Variants and Related Words
- Diamond (noun): a precious stone or a shape with four equal sides.
- The diamond in her ring sparkled. (The gemstone.)
- Diamond-like (adj): resembling a diamond in shape or quality.
- The crystal had a diamond-like clarity. (Similar to a diamond.)
- Rhombus (noun): a geometric term for a diamond-shaped figure.
- A rhombus is a parallelogram with equal sides. (The exact mathematical name.)
Synonyms
- Rhomboid: having the shape of a rhombus, though often with slightly different angles.
- Lozenge-shaped: shaped like a lozenge (often used for tablets or heraldic symbols).
- Kite-shaped: resembling a kite, which is often diamond-shaped.
Related Idioms
- "Diamond in the rough": a person or thing with hidden potential, not directly related to shape but using "diamond" metaphorically.
- He was a diamond in the rough, with untapped talent. (A person of good character but lacking polish.)