English · Science & Technology
diagram
/ˈdaɪ.ə.ɡræm/
[/ˈdaɪ.ə.ɡræm/]
a labelled drawing
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A diagram is a simple drawing that explains how something works or what its parts are. Students draw and label diagrams in science.
Example
Draw a labelled diagram of the water cycle.
Draw a labelled diagram of the water cycle.
Etymology
From Greek 'diagramma' meaning a figure marked out by lines.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in science and geography to show structures and processes.