Geodesic

Pronunciation: /ˌdʒiːəˈdɛsɪk/

Geodesic (noun)

  1. The shortest path between two points on a curved surface.

Examples

  • The geodesic between two points on a sphere is an arc.
  • Finding the geodesic on a curved surface can be complex.

Common collocations: calculate the geodesic, geodesic distance, geodesic structure, geodesic line

Geodesic (adjective)

  1. Describing something that involves or relates to the shortest paths on curved surfaces.

Examples

  • The geodesic dome is an efficient architectural structure.
  • Geodesic calculations are crucial in navigation.

Synonyms of Geodesic

Formal

Neutral