geodesic
IPA: dʒiʌdˈɛsɪk
noun
- (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).
adjective
- Of or relating to geodesy.
- Of or relating to a geodesic dome.
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