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curvature

noun

ˈkər-və-ˌchu̇r

Definition of curvature

as in curve

something that curves or is curved curvature of the spine is called scoliosis

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Recent Examples of curvature This handles the glass curvature mathematically, meaning the windshield looks completely clean and ordinary when the system is powered down. — New Atlas, 30 July 2026 The famed physicist’s revolutionary general theory of relativity debuted in 1915, positing that gravity can be understood as objects falling along the curvature of spacetime. — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 8 July 2026 These New Balance sneakers have thick, firm outsoles with upward curvatures. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 The Australian system, developed over 40 years, works by refracting high-frequency electromagnetic waves off the ionosphere to detect distant objects that are invisible to conventional radars because of Earth’s curvature. — Rod McGuirk, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for curvature

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As shown on the chart, the load curve in 2026 surged significantly in late June, briefly exceeding 125,000 megawatts.

— , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Charging performance depends heavily on the battery’s charging curve, temperature, and thermal management.

— Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of curve

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The millionaire and his family can be seen rounding a bend in the street just yards behind her.

— Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026
Courtesy Ravagnan's What makes this example particularly striking is its commanding position directly on the sweep of a bend on the Grand Canal.

— Nielsen Dinwoodie, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026

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Outdoor Experiences The city skyline is iconic from any angle, but experiencing it from the water delivers an exhilarating new perspective—and makes for a thrilling way to connect with fellow adventurers.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
To keep the arrays from catching the wind like sails, engineers mount the solar panels at much flatter tilt angles than those used in typical ground installations.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026

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