geodesic
See also: geodèsic
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Pronunciation edit
Noun edit
geodesic (plural geodesics)
- (geometry) The shortest curve between two points on a specific surface.
- (spherical geometry) A segment of a great circle.
- (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).
Translations edit
mathematics: the shortest line between two points on a specific surface
Adjective edit
geodesic (comparative more geodesic, superlative most geodesic)
- Of or relating to geodesy.
- Of or relating to a geodesic dome.
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of or relating to geodesy
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of or relating to a geodesic dome
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