Geodesic
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌd͡ʒiː.əˈdɛs.ɪk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Geodesic is a noun meaning (geometry) The shortest curve between two points on a specific surface.
Meaning
(geometry) The shortest curve between two points on a specific surface.
More Meanings
- (spherical geometry) A segment of a great circle.
- Of or relating to geodesy.
- Of or relating to a geodesic dome.
- (mathematics, sciences) A course allowing the parallel-transport of vectors along a course that causes tangent vectors to remain tangent vectors throughout that course (a straight curve, a line that is straight).
Word Forms
- geodesics
Synonyms for geodesic
Depending on context, synonyms include geodetic, geodesical.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include geodesical, geodetic, timelike, geodesicity, directrix, curve.
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