| 释义 |
cat·e·nary
I. \ˈkad.əˌnerē, -atəˌne-, -atənˌe-, -ri, esp Brit kəˈtēnər-\ noun
(-es)
Etymology: New Latin catenaria, from Latin, feminine of catenarius, from catena + -arius -ary
1. : the curve assumed by a perfectly flexible inextensible cord of uniform density and cross section hanging freely from two fixed points
2. : something having or being in the form of a catenary or a series of catenaries: as
a. : a cable suspended between two points (as in a suspension bridge)
b. : a length of cordage secured to or in a piece of fabric in the form of such a curve
II. adjective
Etymology: Latin catenarius
1. : being or belonging to a catena
2. : like or belonging to a catenary |