English Explanatory Dictionary

surface of revolution

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A surface formed when a given curve is revolved around a given axis. If the resulting surface is a closed one, it also defines a solid of revolution.

Word forms

surface of revolution surfaces of revolution

Related words

paraboloid of revolution solid of revolution
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