Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

coaxial

adjective

/koʊˈæksiəl/

Definition

Describing a structure or system where two or more components share the same axis.

Examples

The signal travels through a coaxial cable.
Coaxial connectors are used to join cable TV installations.
In the laboratory, we used coaxial tubes to improve measurement accuracy.

Meaning

Coaxial refers to the arrangement of components that are concentric, meaning they share a common central axis. It is commonly used in contexts related to cables, where an inner conductor is surrounded by an insulating layer and an outer conductor, all aligned along the same axis.