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parabola
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/pɐˈɾaβulɐ/pa·rá·bo·la
Definitions
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A plane curve, symmetrical and open, resulting from the intersection of a cone with a plane parallel to its side.
Usage examples
“The projectile followed a parabolic arc.”
“The satellite dish has a parabolic shape.”
2
A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.
Usage examples
“He taught the people using parables.”
“The novel is a modern parable about redemption.”
Common combinations
biblical parabletell a parable