Torus (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A ring-shaped surface generated by rotating a circle around an axis that does not intersect the circle.

Classification

Nouns denoting two and three dimensional shapes.

Synonyms

• Toroid

Hyponyms

• Magnetic Core

Meaning ²

Commonly the lowest molding at the base of a column.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Tore

Hypernyms

• Moulding