Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

figure-of-eight

noun
/ˈfɪɡər əv eɪt/
Definition
A pattern or design that resembles the number eight, often used in various contexts such as sports, movement, and shapes.
Examples
  • The skater performed a figure-of-eight on the ice during the competition.
  • The track was designed in a figure-of-eight layout, making it challenging for the racers.
Meaning
A figure-of-eight refers to a shape or movement that loops back on itself, creating two intersecting circles that form the appearance of the number eight.
Synonyms
  • infinity loop
  • 8-shape