double point
The term 'double point' is used in both mathematics and typography, describing specific points on curves and symbols, respectively.
Definition
C1Geometry
(technical, academic)A point on a curve where two branches intersect or touch.
Example
- The double point on the curve indicates where the two branches meet.
B2Typography
(technical)A symbol composed of two points, such as a colon (:).
Example
- The colon is an example of a double point in typography.
C2Algebraic Geometry
(technical, academic)A type of singularity on an algebraic curve where the curve intersects itself.
Example
- Analyzing double points is crucial in understanding the properties of algebraic curves.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "double point":
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