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Meaning of torus

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

torus

Pronunciation:/ˈtɔːɹəs//ˈtɔːɹəs/

noun

Definitions

  1. A topological space which is a product of two circles.

    Example: A 4-variable Karnaugh map can be thought of, topologically, as being a torus.

  2. The standard representation of such a space in 3-dimensional Euclidean space: a shape consisting of a ring with a circular cross-section: the shape of an inner tube or hollow doughnut.

  3. (in combination, n-torus, 4-torus, etc.) The product of the specified number of circles.

  4. A molding which projects at the base of a column and above the plinth.