Orthotomy
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Orthotomy is a noun meaning (geometry) The property of cutting at right angles.
Meaning
(geometry) The property of cutting at right angles.
More Meanings
- A method of cutting or dividing an optical element, such as a lens or a crystal, in a manner that is perpendicular to a specific axis or surface.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include orthogon, orthoptic, hyperrectangle, diagonal, oblique, rectification.
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