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Etymology · Ancient Greek

ῥόμβος

4 English words descend from Ancient Greek ῥόμβος, most common first.

rhombusA parallelogram having all sides of equal length.
rhombA rhombus.
rhumbA line which crosses successive meridians at a constant angle.
rhombosA musical instrument used in ancient mystical ceremonies, whirled to producing a roaring sound.