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analogies
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Meaning of Parallels
The primary meaning of the word "Parallels" is a line or plane that is constantly equidistant from another line or plane, or a comparison or similarity between two or more things.
Definitions
- A line or plane that is constantly equidistant from another line or plane
- A comparison or similarity between two or more things
- A person or thing that is similar or analogous to another
Etymology of Parallels
The word "Parallels" comes from the Old French word "paralele", which is derived from the Latin word "parallelus", meaning "running alongside"
The Latin word "parallelus" is a combination of "par" meaning "beside" and "allus" meaning "other"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe lines or planes that are equidistant from each other, and later to describe comparisons or similarities between things
Example Uses
- The two lines are parallels, meaning they will never intersect
- The parallels between the two stories are striking, with similar themes and characters
- The company is drawing parallels between their new product and existing ones in the market
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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