Figure-of-eight Definition

noun

The shape or form of an eight.

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(rock climbing, caving) A device for abseiling, so-called for its shape. Also figure-eight, figure-8.

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A type of knot.
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Other Word Forms of Figure-of-eight

Noun

Singular:
figure-of-eight
Plural:
figure-of-eights, figures of eight

Figure-of-eight Sentence Examples

  • Arranged in an odd figure of eight formation were numerous tall towers, each spewing black smoke, which had an odd greenish tinge.

  • The figure of eight ' waggle dance ' which is so fundamental to their species ' existence.

  • Kildale Figure of Eight A bright, sunny and windless morning saw a turnout of 16.

  • Slowly push the ball under the water and move it into a figure-of-eight pattern through the water.

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