convex

[kon´veks]

having a rounded, somewhat elevated surface.

con·vex

(kon'veks, kŏn-veks'),

Applied to a surface that is evenly curved outward, the segment of a sphere.

[L. convexus, vaulted, arched, convex, fr. con-veho, to bring together]

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con·vex

(kon-veks')

Applied to a surface that is evenly curved outward, as the segment of a sphere.

[L. convexus, vaulted, arched, convex, fr. con-veho, to bring together]

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

convex

Having a surface curved like the exterior of a sphere. See converging lens; convex mirror.

con·vex

(kon'veks)

Denotes surface evenly curved outward, segment of a sphere.

[L. convexus, vaulted, arched, convex, fr. con-veho, to bring together]

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