Coaxial

/koʊˈæksɪəl/ adjective

Having a common axis; sharing the same center line. Typically refers to a type of electrical cable with an inner conductor surrounded by insulation and an outer conductor.

From Latin 'co-' meaning together and 'axis,' literally meaning 'sharing an axis.' Coined in the early 20th century to describe cable design where inner and outer conductors share the same central axis.

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