Conoid (Noun)
Meaning
A shape whose base is a circle and whose sides taper up to a point.
Classification
Nouns denoting two and three dimensional shapes.
Examples
- The ancient Mayan temple was a stunning example of a conoid shape, its sides rising in a gentle curve to a pointed summit.
- In geometry, the conoid is a type of solid whose base is a circle and whose sides taper up to a point.
- The conoid shape of the volcano's cone made it a dramatic feature of the landscape.
- The architect's design featured a conoid roofline that gave the building a sense of fluidity and movement.
- The conoid shell, also known as the auger shell, is characterized by its spiral shape that tapers up to a pointed apex.