Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mobius-strip

noun
ˈmō-bi-əs ˌstrip
Definition
A Möbius strip is a surface with only one side and one boundary component.
Examples
  • To visualize a Möbius strip, you can take a strip of paper, twist it once, and join the ends.
  • The concept of a Möbius strip is often used in mathematics and art.
Meaning
It is a non-orientable surface formed by taking a rectangular strip of paper, giving it a half-twist, and then joining the ends together. This creates a loop that has the properties of having only one continuous side.
Synonyms
  • One-sided surface
  • Non-orientable surface