plano-convex

See also: planoconvex

English

Etymology

plano- + convex

Adjective

plano-convex (comparative more plano-convex, superlative most plano-convex)

  1. Flat or plane on one side and rounded on the other, such that the center is thicker than the edges.

References

  • plano-convex in The Century Dictionary, The Century Co., New York, 1911
  • plano-convex in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913
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