toroidal

/tɒriˈɒdəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having the form of a torus, or a doughnut-shaped object.

“The toroidal shape of the roller coaster track provided an exhilarating experience for thrill-seekers.”

2. noun

A torus or doughnut-shaped object.

“The engineers studied the toroidal shape of the satellite’s propulsion system to optimize its performance.”

Synonyms

  • annular
  • doughnut-shaped

Antonyms

  • cylindrical
  • rectangular