Geodesic

/ˌd͡ʒiːəˈdiːsɪk/ noun adjective

The shortest line between two points on a specific surface.

What it means

  1. (noun) The shortest line between two points on a specific surface.
  2. (noun) (spherical geometry) A segment of a great circle.
  3. (noun) A course allowing the parallel-transport of vectors along a course that causes tangent vectors to remain tangent vectors throughout that course (a straight curve, a line that is straight).
  4. (adjective) Of or relating to geodesy.
  5. (adjective) Of or relating to a geodesic dome.

Letter analysis

  • Geodesic contains 8 letters: 4 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
  • It uses 7 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 3.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 12.

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Common questions

What does Geodesic mean?

The shortest line between two points on a specific surface.

How many letters are in Geodesic?

Geodesic has 8 letters.

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