monodromy

/mɒnəˈdrɒmi/

Definitions

1. noun

A property of a system that returns to its original state after a complete loop.

“The study of monodromy is crucial in understanding the behavior of complex systems in physics and mathematics.”

2. noun

A type of topological property of a map that is preserved under continuous deformations.

“The researcher used monodromy to analyze the topological properties of the given map.”

3. noun

A concept used to describe the return of a system to its original state after a cycle.

“Monodromy is an essential concept in understanding the cyclical nature of many natural phenomena.”

Synonyms

  • cycle
  • topological property

Antonyms

  • heterogeneity
  • non-linearity