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Vocabulary Entry
pi
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A mathematical constant, approximately equal to 3.14, representing the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.
Example Sentences
"The formula for the area of a circle involves pi."
"He memorized the digits of pi to impress his classmates."
"Scientists often use pi in calculations related to circular shapes."
V
verb
To encircle something in the shape of a circle or to make a circular motion (less common usage).
Example Sentences
"She pi'd the rope around the post to secure it."
"The dancers pi'd around the stage during the performance."
"They pi'd the garden with flowerbeds."
A
adjective
Related to the mathematical constant pi.
Example Sentences
"The pi ratio is crucial in engineering."
"He made a pi calculation for the circular track."
"The pi approximation helped them in their math homework."