sphere

B1
Pronunciation
/sfɪə/
/sfɪɹ/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

A regular three-dimensional object in which every cross-section is a circle; the figure described by the revolution of a circle about its diameter .

2 Definition

A spherical physical object; a globe or ball.

3 Definition

The apparent outer limit of space; the edge of the heavens, imagined as a hollow globe within which celestial bodies appear to be embedded.

4 Definition

Any of the concentric hollow transparent globes formerly believed to rotate around the Earth, and which carried the heavenly bodies; there were originally believed to be eight, and later nine and ten; friction between them was thought to cause a harmonious sound (the music of the spheres).

5 Definition

An area of activity for a planet; or by extension, an area of influence for a god, hero etc.

6 Definition

The region in which something or someone is active; one's province, domain.

7 Definition

The set of all points in three-dimensional Euclidean space (or n-dimensional space, in topology) that are a fixed distance from a fixed point .

8 Definition

The extension of a general conception, or the totality of the individuals or species to which it may be applied.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To place in a sphere, or among the spheres; to ensphere.

2 Definition

To make round or spherical; to perfect.