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hyperboloidal

hyperboloidal

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A curved three-dimensional shape like a skinny hourglass
  • adjective
  • /ˌhaɪpərˈboʊlɔɪdəl/
  • Specialized
: hiperboloide
  • The scientist explained how the hyperboloidal structure affected the distribution of light in the experiment.

Examples

  • The model was constructed to resemble a hyperboloidal form, allowing for efficient use of space and materials.

  • So this case, that is a hyperboloidal surface.

  • The architect designed a unique building with a hyperboloidal shape that captivated the city's residents.

Surface Forms

hyperboloidal positive

Morphology

hyperboloidal = hyperboloid (transparent) = hyperbol + oid + al

The adjective is a standard formation from the technical noun 'hyperboloid' with -al, so the structural relation is direct.

Etymology

Hyperboloidal comes from the Greek word hyperbola, with hyper- meaning 'over' as in hyperactive and the ending -oid meaning 'like' as in humanoid. So a hyperboloidal shape is literally 'like' a hyperbola — a stretched, curved 3D form, which is why engineers use it for towers and supports.