cissoid
English
noun
Definitions
- (geometry) Any of a family of curves defined as the locus of a point, P, on a line from a given fixed point and intersecting two given curves, C.
Etymology
Derived from Ancient Greek κισσός (ivy).
Origin
Ancient Greek
κισσός
Gloss
ivy
Timeline
Distribution of cognates by language
Geogrpahic distribution of cognates
Cognates and derived terms
- cissoidal English
- κίσσινος Ancient Greek
- κισσός Ancient Greek
- κισσόφυλλον Ancient Greek
- χαμαίκισσος Ancient Greek