Diagram
/ˈdaɪəɡræm/noun
A simplified drawing showing the appearance, structure, or workings of something.
Did you know?The word 'diagram' originates from Greek, where it referred to a 'writing' or 'drawing' that was often used in mathematical and philosophical contexts, hinting at its ancient association with knowledge and enlightenment.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
διάγραμμα
“A 'drawing' or 'writing' that conveys meaning through symbols.”
Late Latin
Latin
diagramma
“A representation or drawing derived from Greek, used in scholarly texts.”
Middle English
Middle English
diagrama
“An adaptation from Latin, maintaining the sense of a symbolic representation.”
Modern English
English
diagram
“A term solidified in modern usage for visual representation, particularly in mathematics and sciences.”