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asymmetry
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a·sym·me·try  (-sm-tr)
n.
Lack of balance or symmetry.

asymmetry [æˈsɪmɪtrɪ eɪ-]
n
(Mathematics) (Philosophy / Logic) lack or absence of symmetry in spatial arrangements or in mathematical or logical relations

asymmetry
the quality or condition of lacking symmetry. — asymmetrical, asymmetric, adj.
See also: Symmetry
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.asymmetry - (mathematics) a lack of symmetry
spatial property, spatiality - any property relating to or occupying space
geometrical irregularity, irregularity - an irregular asymmetry in shape; an irregular spatial pattern
lopsidedness, skewness - an oblique or slanting asymmetry
radial asymmetry - the absence of symmetry about an axis
handedness, laterality - the property of using one hand more than the other
footedness - the property of favoring one foot over the other (as in kicking a ball)
eyedness - the property of favoring one eye over the other (as in taking aim)
math, mathematics, maths - a science (or group of related sciences) dealing with the logic of quantity and shape and arrangement
symmetricalness, symmetry, correspondence, balance - (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane
Translations
asymmetry [eɪˈsɪmətrɪ] Nasimetría f
asymmetry [eɪˈsɪmətri] nasymétrie f
asymmetry
nAsymmetrie f
asymmetry [æˈsɪmɪtrɪ] nasimmetria
asymmetry [æˈsɪmɪtrɪ] nasimmetria


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A controversial theory has argued that asymmetries, say in ear size, indicate developmental shortcomings that make the individual get sick more easily and reproduce less successfully than a symmetrical person.
Such a patient is at high risk for postoperative complications, including an inverted-V deformity, asymmetries, and nasal obstruction.
The study lends support to the notion that femoral rotation asymmetries may be associated with patellofemoral pain.
 
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