Equidiagonal

/ˌɛkwɪdaɪˈæɡənəl/ adjective

Definition

Having diagonals that are equal in length, like a rectangle.

Etymology

From Latin 'aequus' (equal) + Greek 'dia' (through) + 'gonia' (angle, corner). A purely geometric term for shapes with equal diagonals.

Kelly Says

Rectangles are equidiagonal because both diagonals are the same length—but a general parallelogram isn't, which is why this property helps mathematicians classify and understand different quadrilaterals.

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