descriptive geometry

American  

noun

1. the theory of making projections of any accurately defined figure such that its projective as well as its metrical properties can be deduced from them.

2. geometry in general, treated by means of projections.

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descriptive geometry British  

noun

1. the study of the projection of three-dimensional figures onto a plane surface

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Etymology

Origin of descriptive geometry

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

Thirty-nine professors imparted instruction in analysis, mechanics, descriptive geometry, physics, chemistry, land-surveying, architecture, the military art, fortifications, plans, French composition, the German language and design.

From Paris From the Earliest Period to the Present Day; Volume 2 by Walton, William

The skill of hand developed in the elementary course makes it possible to give entire attention to a study of the principles in the course in descriptive geometry.

From College Teaching Studies in Methods of Teaching in the College by Klapper, Paul

Since the third angle is generally used in the elementary course as well as in engineering practice, it seems logical that it should be emphasized in descriptive geometry.

From College Teaching Studies in Methods of Teaching in the College by Klapper, Paul

To bring the teaching of descriptive geometry into closer harmony with its application in practice, auxiliary views are frequently used instead of the method of rotations.

From College Teaching Studies in Methods of Teaching in the College by Klapper, Paul

It is necessary then, for the course of descriptive geometry, that practice and execution be joined to the hearing of methods; thus pupils will be exercised in graphic construction of descriptive geometry.

From The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 10, No. 273, September 15, 1827 by Various