geodesic

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adjective

geo·​de·​sic ˌjē-ə-ˈde-sik  -ˈdē- 

-zik

1

: geodetic

2

: made of light straight structural elements mostly in tension

a geodesic dome

geodesic

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noun

: the shortest line between two points that lies in a given surface

Examples of geodesic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Sandstone Rustic Retreat in the Wisconsin Dells offers mirrored geodesic domes as well as cottages and cabins. — Tree Meinch, Midwest Living, 11 July 2026

There are six geodesic domes for guests, including a larger deluxe dome that fits up to four people. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 9 June 2026

Noun

Visitors to downtown San Jose have been intrigued over the past few weeks as a 60-foot high, white geodesic dome was built on a vacant lot near San Pedro Square. — Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 1 July 2026

The original geodesic-domed conservatory, which dates to 1979, is still popular (especially on chilly winter days), but the garden has also upped its outdoor game with a half-acre water garden, hillside waterfall, the Founders Garden, and Hiller Family Rain Garden. — Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 9 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1821, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1883, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for geodesic

• lovesick
• mesic
• pesach

Kids Definition

geodesic

adjective

geo·​de·​sic

ˌjē-ə-ˈdes-ik, 

-ˈdēs-, 

-ˈdez-, 

-ˈdēz-

: made of light short straight structural elements

a geodesic dome