face angle

American  

noun

Geometry.

1. the angle formed by two successive edges of a polyhedron.

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Etymology

Origin of face angle

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

As well, the larger bulge radius curvature disguises a closed face angle.

From Golf Digest • Dec. 10, 2019

The Z785’s adjustable hosel features 12 settings between +1/-1 degree of loft, +1/-1 degree of face angle, and +2/-2 degrees of lie angle.

From Golf Digest • Aug. 27, 2018

For typical golfers, a closed face angle adds loft, and it helps shots that fade stay more on-line and roll more.

From Golf Digest • Jul. 18, 2016

It tracks everything from swing path and hip rotation to face angle and clubhead speed.

From Golf Digest • Oct. 16, 2013

The platform connects to your PC with a 10-foot USB cable and measures your club head speed, face angle and swing path in real time.

From Time • Feb. 13, 2013