sümeetriline

Sümeetriline is a term used in geometry to describe structures that exhibit partial or selective symmetry. By definition, a sümeetriline object is invariant under a specified subgroup of the full isometry group of the ambient space. In practice, this means that while some symmetries (such as a reflection along a line or a rotation about an axis) are preserved, other potential symmetries may be absent. The particular choice of symmetry subgroup determines the visual and structural characteristics of the object.

The word is a neologism that appears in some mathematical and artistic discussions to denote partial symmetry. Different authors may emphasize different aspects, ranging from reflective symmetry in one direction to rotational symmetry around chosen axes, while not enforcing full symmetry as seen in regular polygons or Platonic solids.

Common examples include sümeetriline tilings, where a repeating pattern shows symmetry along certain lines but not along others, and sümeetriline polyhedra, whose faces and edges display selective symmetry. In practice, these objects are studied for their aesthetic appeal as well as their mathematical properties, such as the structure of their symmetry groups and the constraints these groups impose on design.

Applications of sümeetriline concepts appear in decorative arts, architectural tiling, and computer-generated graphics, where partial symmetry can produce visually engaging patterns without full repetition. The topic intersects with broader discussions of symmetry, pattern generation, and group actions in geometry.

See also: symmetry, partial symmetry, tiling, polyhedron, pattern generation.