Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aresta
Noun
ah-RES-tah
Definition
An aresta is a term in geometry that refers to an edge of a polygon or polyhedron.
Examples
- The aresta of a triangle connects the two points on its base.
- In a cube, there are twelve arestas forming the edges of the figure.
Meaning
In the context of geometry, an aresta connects two vertices and is a fundamental component of shapes, defining their boundaries.
Synonyms
- Edge
- Line segment
- Boundary