vertex

Definition of vertex

Nouns

the point of intersection of lines or the point opposite the base of a figure
Type of:
intersection, intersection point, point of intersection
a point where lines intersect
the highest point (of something)
Synonyms:
acme, apex, peak
Types:
crown
the part of a hat (the vertex) that covers the crown of the head
roof peak
the highest point of a roof
Type of:
extreme, extreme point, extremum
the point located farthest from the middle of something

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