French curve
or french curve
noun
a flat drafting instrument, usually consisting of a sheet of clear plastic, the edges of which are cut into several scroll-like curves enabling a draftsperson to draw lines of varying curvature.
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Origin of French curve
First recorded in 1880–85
Words nearby French curve
French chop, French colombard, French Community, French cricket, French cuff, French curve, French-cut, French dip, French door, French doors, French drain
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British Dictionary definitions for French curve
French curve
noun
a thin plastic sheet with profiles of several curves, used by draughtsmen for drawing curves
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