noun, adj — 5 senses
/ˌd͡ʒiː.əˈdɛs.ɪk/ · /ˌd͡ʒiː.əˈdiː.sɪk/
Etymology From French géodésique. By surface analysis, geodesy + -ic.
Geometry, Mathematics, Sciences The shortest curve between two points on a specific surface.
A segment of a great circle.
Spherical geometry
Mathematics, Sciences A course allowing the parallel-transport of vectors along a course that causes tangent vectors to remain tangent vectors throughout that course (a straight curve, a line that is straight).
Etymology From French géodésique. By surface analysis, geodesy + -ic.
Of or relating to geodesy.
Of or relating to a geodesic dome.
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