epicycloid

IPA: ˈɛpʌsaɪkɫɔɪd

(geometry) The locus of a point on the circumference of a circle that rolls without slipping on the circumference of another circle.

Examples of "epicycloid" in Sentences

The mathematician drew an epicycloid on the board to illustrate the relationship between circles and curves
An epicycloid can be generated by tracing a point on the circumference of a smaller circle as it rolls around the outside of a larger fixed circle
In engineering, the properties of an epicycloid can be applied to design more efficient gears
The student marveled at the intricate patterns created by the epicycloid during the math exhibition
Exploring the symmetry of an epicycloid reveals fascinating properties that connect it to other mathematical curves