Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tangency
noun
/ˈtæn.dʒən.si/
Definition
The state of being tangent or touching at a single point.
Examples
- The tangency of the two circles occurs at the point where they touch but do not intersect.
- In calculus, understanding the tangency of a curve can help in finding its slope at a specific point.
Meaning
Tangency refers to the condition where two curves or surfaces touch each other without crossing at a certain point.
Synonyms
- Contact
- Touching
- Connection
