Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hyperbolic-paraboloid

noun

/haɪˈpɜːrbəˌlɪk ˌpærəˈbɒləʊɪd/

Definition

A doubly curved surface that can be shaped like a saddle or a roof, created by rotating a hyperbola around an axis.

Examples

The roof of the building was designed as a hyperbolic-paraboloid to create an attractive silhouette.
Hyperbolic-paraboloids are often seen in modern structures due to their unique shape and strength.

Meaning

In geometry, a hyperbolic-paraboloid is a type of surface that has hyperbolic and parabolic characteristics, typically used in architecture and engineering.