homeomorph

/ˌhoʊmiˈɒmɔrf/

Definitions

1. noun

A homeomorphism or a topological equivalence between two spaces.

“The mathematician proved that the two shapes were homeomorphs.”

2. noun

A geometric figure that is topologically equivalent to a given shape.

“The homeomorph of the circle can be a square or a triangle.”

Synonyms

  • homeomorphism
  • topological equivalence

Antonyms

  • non-equivalence
  • topological difference