Synonyms for
Dia
Definition
Dia is not a word in English. However, 'dia' is a prefix in some words like diameter, diagonal, dialogue, and diaphragm, which means 'through', 'across', 'between', or 'across' and 'through'.
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Common collocations
- across the dia
- dia of a circle
- dia of a sphere
- dia of a pipe
- dia of a wheel
- dia of a cylinder
Word family
noun diameter
Usage note
The word 'dia' is an abbreviation and should generally be avoided in formal writing, where 'diameter' is preferred. It is more common in technical contexts or informal speech.
Example sentences
- The diameter of the circle is twice the radius.
- The diagonal of a square divides it into two triangles.
- The dialogue between the two characters reveals their motivations.
- The diaphragm is a muscle that helps in breathing.
Quotes
The longest journey starts with a single step. - Lao Tzu
We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars. - Oscar Wilde
The best way to predict your future is to create it. - Abraham Lincoln