Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

planar

Adjective

/ˈpleɪ.nər/

Definition

Relating to a flat, two-dimensional surface.

Examples

The architect designed a planar surface for the new building’s facade.
In geometry, a planar figure is one that can be drawn on a flat surface without overlapping.
The map was created using planar projections to accurately represent geographic features.

Meaning

Planar describes something that exists in a flat plane, often used in geometry and technical fields to refer to shapes and surfaces that have no depth.