Gaussian curvature

noun

Gauss·​i·​an curvature
-sēən-
variants or Gauss curvature
: the reciprocal of the product of the two principal radii of curvature of a surface at any of its points

Word History

Etymology

K. F. Gauss †1855 + English -ian

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“Gaussian curvature.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Gaussian%20curvature. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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