Definition of Catenary

1. Noun. The curve theoretically assumed by a perfectly flexible and inextensible cord of uniform density and cross section hanging freely from two fixed points.

Generic synonyms: Curve, Curved Shape

Definition of Catenary

1. a. Relating to a chain; like a chain; as, a catenary curve.

2. n. The curve formed by a rope or chain of uniform density and perfect flexibility, hanging freely between two points of suspension, not in the same vertical line.

Definition of Catenary

1. Noun. (geometry) The curve described by a flexible chain or a rope if it is supported at each end and is acted upon only by no other forces than a uniform gravitational force due to its own weight. ¹

2. Noun. (nautical) The curve of an anchor cable from the seabed to the vessel; it should be horizontal at the anchor so as to bury the flukes. ¹

3. Noun. A system of overhead power lines that provide trains, trolleys, buses, etc., with electricity, having a straight conductor wire and a bowed suspension cable. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Catenary

1. a mathematical curve [n -NARIES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Catenary

catel
catelectrode
catelectrodes
catelectrotonic
catelectrotonus
catelog
catelogs
catena
catena compound
catenabacterium contortum
catenaccio
catenae
catenane
catenanes
catenaries
catenary (current term)
catenary bridge
catenary bridges
catenas
catenate
catenated
catenates
catenating
catenation
catenations
catenative
catenative verb
catenin
catenins
catenoid

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