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Meaning of figure eight | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ˌfɪɡəɹˈeɪt

Definitions

  1. The shape consisting of two circles or ovals joined together at one point, resembling the numeral 8.
  2. A maneuver in which one rides, skates, or otherwise traces a path that forms a figure eight.
  3. A variety of puffer fish (Tetraodontidae).

Equivalents

Suomi kahdeksikko

Examples

“The bikers pop wheelies and execute speedy figure eights along the busy street. Still, something more purposeful than joyriding would seem to be on their minds.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

figure four figure of eight figure of fun figure of merit figure of speech figure out

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