Topological: meaning, definitions and examples
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topological
[ ˌtɒpəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ]
mathematics
Relating to or concerned with the topological properties of a space or geometric figure that are unaltered by elastic deformations such as stretching or twisting.
Synonyms
geometric, mathematical, structural
Examples of usage
- The topological study of knots and surfaces is a key area in mathematics.
- Topological spaces are widely used in various branches of mathematics.
computing
Relating to the arrangement of nodes or devices in a computer network.
Synonyms
arranged, connected, networked
Examples of usage
- The topological structure of the network determines its efficiency and reliability.
- Topological analysis helps in optimizing the performance of computer networks.
Translations
Translations of the word "topological" in other languages:
🇵🇹 topológico
🇮🇳 टोपोलॉजिकल (टोपोलॉजी से संबंधित)
🇩🇪 topologisch
🇮🇩 topologi
🇺🇦 топологічний
🇵🇱 topologiczny
🇯🇵 位相的 (いそうてき)
🇫🇷 topologique
🇪🇸 topológico
🇹🇷 topolojik
🇰🇷 위상적인 (위상과 관련된)
🇸🇦 طوبولوجي
🇨🇿 topologický
🇸🇰 topologický
🇨🇳 拓扑的 (tàpū de)
🇸🇮 topološki
🇮🇸 toppfræðilegur
🇰🇿 топологиялық
🇬🇪 ტოპოლოგიური
🇦🇿 topoloji
🇲🇽 topológico
Word origin
The term 'topological' originated in the early 20th century from the combination of 'topo-' meaning place or location, and '-logical' indicating a relation to logic or study. It gained popularity in mathematics and later expanded to other fields like computer science. The concept of topological spaces and structures has become fundamental in various scientific disciplines.