Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
torus
noun
/ˈtɔːrəs/
Definition
A torus is a geometric shape resembling a doughnut or a ring, formed by rotating a circle around an axis that is coplanar with the circle.
Examples
- The can was designed in the shape of a torus.
- In topology, a torus is one of the basic shapes studied.
- The artist created sculptures based on the torus geometry.
Meaning
In mathematics and geometry, a torus is a surface shaped like a doughnut, characterized by its hole in the middle.
Synonyms
- ring
- doughnut
- circle
