Printer Friendly
Dictionary, Encyclopedia and Thesaurus - The Free Dictionary
3,919,569,894 visitors served.
forum Join the Word of the Day Mailing List For webmasters
?
Dictionary/
thesaurus
Medical
dictionary
Legal
dictionary
Financial
dictionary
Acronyms
 
Idioms
Encyclopedia
Wikipedia
encyclopedia
?

golden mean
(redirected from The Golden Mean)

    Also found in: Encyclopedia, Wikipedia 0.01 sec.
golden mean
n.
The course between extremes.
golden mean
n
1. the middle course between extremes
2. (Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Art Terms) another term for golden section
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.golden mean - the proportional relation between two divisions of line or two dimension of a plane figure such that short : long :: long : (short + long)
golden section
proportion - the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole
2.golden mean - the middle between extremes
moderation, moderateness - quality of being moderate and avoiding extremes
Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content.
?Page tools
Printer friendly
Cite / link 		Feedback
Add definition
Mentioned in?  References in periodicals archive?   Dictionary browser?   Full browser?
 
the golden mean, adding an unexpected element, using appropriate materials); advises on how to choose the right architect and building site; and suggests thinking of how much your house costs by pound rather than square foot.
Designing your perfect house; lessons from an architect by Reference & Research Book News
There is a sacred geometry that is also, like all the universe, humble to the ratio of the golden mean.
Excess and Deficiency - the Most Powerful Words You Will Ever Use in ... by Chris Walker / Relationships community
The Golden Mean and chanting or the musical octaves or Orpheus and Phythagoras are connected to the family of Jesus.
Language Origins Lead to Architecture by Robert Bruce Baird / Arts and entertainment industries community
 
 
 
Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Translations
?

Terms of Use | Privacy policy | Feedback | Advertise with Us | Copyright © 2012 Farlex, Inc.
Disclaimer
All content on this website, including dictionary, thesaurus, literature, geography, and other reference data is for informational purposes only. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.