Concatenary

/kɑːnˈkætənɛri/ adjective

Definition

Relating to a chain or chain-like connection; formed by linking things together in sequence.

Etymology

From Latin catena (chain) + -ary (relating to), from the same root as concatenation, describing things with chain-like properties or structures.

Kelly Says

The catenary curve—that perfect shape a hanging chain makes—is naturally 'concatenary,' and engineers use this shape in bridges and cables because it distributes stress flawlessly.

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