Tangency (Noun)
Meaning 1
The state of being tangent; having contact at a single point or along a line without crossing.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The tangency of the two curves was evident at the point where they intersected.
- The architect carefully designed the roof to maintain tangency with the adjacent building.
- In geometry, the concept of tangency is crucial in understanding the properties of circles and lines.
- The engineers ensured the tangency of the road and the bridge to provide a smooth transition.
- The artist achieved a delicate balance of tangency between the shapes in her sculpture.
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Meaning 2
(electronics) a junction where things (as two electrical conductors) touch or are in physical contact; "they forget to solder the contacts".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.