Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
limacon
Noun
lih-mah-kawn
Definition
A limacon is a mathematical curve resembling a distorted circle or a heart shape.
Examples
- The limacon is often used in calculus to illustrate certain properties of curves.
- In polar coordinates, the equation r = a ± b sin(θ) represents a limacon shape.
Meaning
The term ‘limacon’ comes from the French word for ‘snail’, which reflects its unique shape. In mathematics, it is often studied in polar coordinates.
Synonyms
- Spiral
- Curve
- Function
