English

Noun

geodesic ‎(plural geodesics)

1. (mathematics) the shortest line between two points on a specific surface
2. (mathematics, spherical geometry) a segment of a great circle
3. (mathematics, sciences) a course allowing the parallel-transport of vectors along a course that keeps tangent vectors remain tangent vectors throughout that course (a straight curve, a line that is straight)

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Adjective

geodesic ‎(comparative more geodesic, superlative most geodesic)

1. of or relating to geodesy
2. of or relating to a geodesic dome

Related terms

• geodetic

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