noun

torus

Torus (noun) means the standard representation of such a space in 3-dimensional Euclidean space: a surface or solid formed by rotating a closed curve, especially a circle, about a line which lies in the same plane but does not intersect it (e.g. like a ring doughnut).

noun

The standard representation of such a space in 3-dimensional Euclidean space: a surface or solid formed by rotating a closed curve, especially a circle, about a line which lies in the same plane but does not intersect it (e.g. like a ring doughnut).

A topological space which is a product of two circles.

The product of the specified number of circles.

A ring-shaped object, especially a large ring-shaped chamber used in physical research.

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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin torus (“a round, swelling, elevation, protuberance”).

Rhymes for torus

Horus chorus phosphorus

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of torus?

"torus" (noun) means the standard representation of such a space in 3-dimensional Euclidean space: a surface or solid formed by rotating a closed curve, especially a circle, about a line which lies in the same plane but does not intersect it (e.g. like a ring doughnut).

What are the different meanings of torus?

"torus" has 3 main meanings: 1. The standard representation of such a space in 3-dimensional Euclidean space: a surface or solid formed by rotating a closed curve, especially a circle, about a line which lies in the same plane but does not intersect it (e.g. like a ring doughnut); 2. A topological space which is a product of two circles; 3. The product of the specified number of circles.