Catenary

[kә'ti:nәri]

解释:

(noun.) the curve theoretically assumed by a perfectly flexible and inextensible cord of uniform density and cross section hanging freely from two fixed points.

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解释:

(a.) Alt. of Catenarian

(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.

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解释:

n. the curve formed by a flexible homogeneous cord (such as a chain) hanging freely between two points of support and acted on by no other force than gravity.—adj. relating to a chain like a chain—also Catenā′rian.—n. Catē′na a chain or connected series as in Catena Patrum a chronological series of extracts from the Fathers on any doctrine of theology.—v.t. Cat′enāte to connect as in a chain.—n. Catenā′tion.

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