Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or forming a poloid, especially a toroidal or doughnut-shaped figure

“The poloidal field was created by the toroidal coils.”

2. noun

a poloid, especially a toroidal or doughnut-shaped figure

“The poloidal shape was used in the design of the new machine.”

3. noun

in plasma physics, the poloidal field or poloidal component, especially of a toroidal magnetic field

“The poloidal field played a crucial role in stabilizing the plasma.”