Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
conus
noun
/ˈkoʊ.nəs/
Definition
A conus is a geometric shape that resembles a cone, typically tapering smoothly from a base to a point or vertex.
Examples
- The conus of the pine tree is where the seeds are housed.
- In mathematics, a conus is defined as the three-dimensional shape formed by rotating a right triangle around one of its legs.
- Commonly found in nature, the conus shape is notable in various shells and flowers.
Meaning
In a botanical context, a conus can refer to a part of certain plants that are cone-shaped, often associated with reproductive structures.
Synonyms
- cone
- nucleus
- pinnacle
