topological

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Adjective — Relating to topology, the branch of mathematics concerned with properties that stay the same when a shape is stretched or bent without tearing.

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topological space topological property topologically equivalent topological structure

Topological is a technical, specialist word mostly confined to mathematics and related sciences.

Etymology

Topological is formed by adding the adjective ending -ical to topology, the mathematical field it describes.

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Frequently asked questions

What does topological mean in maths?

Topological describes anything relating to topology, the study of properties of shapes and spaces that do not change when they are stretched, twisted or bent, without cutting or joining.

What is a simple example of a topological property?

A common example is that a coffee cup and a doughnut shape are treated as the same because each has exactly one hole, even though their outward shapes differ.

Is topological only used in mathematics?

It is mainly a mathematical term, though it also appears in related technical fields such as physics and network science when describing structural properties of a space or system.

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