radially symmetrical

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radial symmetry

n.
Symmetrical arrangement of constituents, especially of radiating parts, about a central point.

radially symmetrical adj.
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Adj.1.radially symmetrical - having a symmetrical arrangement of radiating parts about a central point
symmetric, symmetrical - having similarity in size, shape, and relative position of corresponding parts
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