# variable-geometry Europe

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈvɛəɹi.əbəl dʒiˈɒmɪtɹi ˈjʊəɹəp/

## Definitions
1. A concept of European integration where the cooperation is organized around specific projects or functional needs, leading to a diverse set of overlapping groupings of member states.

## Etymology
variable geometry + Europe, likely a metaphor from aeronautics (specifically variable-sweep wing aircraft) applied to political flexibility.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/variable-geometry-europe