"Quincuncially" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples
"Quincuncially" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
"Quincuncially" Meaning
Quincuncially refers to the arrangement of objects in a five-pointed star shape with a single point in the center. It comes from the Latin word "quinque," meaning five, and the name for the five-petaled lily shape found on Roman coins.
"Quincuncially" Examples
Quincuncially
Examples:
The flowers in the five-petaled flower arrangement were arranged quincuncially, with each petal facing outward and forming a symmetrical design.
The artwork on the vase was comprised of 17 interconnected flowers arranged quincuncially around the edge, creating a beautiful pink hue.
The nutmegs were arranged quincuncially in the arrange in the decorative tray, adding a touch of elegance to the dining table.
The dancers moved in harmony, their bodies arranged quincuncially across the stage, as if they were moving parts of a delicate flower.
The floral heads on the banner were arranged quincuncially, reflecting the sun's rays in perfect symmetry and beauty.
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