Curvity

/ˈkɜːrvɪti/ noun

Definition

The state or quality of being curved; curvature or the degree of curving.

Etymology

From Latin 'curvitas', directly derived from 'curvus' (curved). This term was used in medieval and Renaissance English, particularly in mathematical and architectural discourse.

Kelly Says

The concept of 'curvity' was important to medieval architects who had to calculate the exact curvity needed for an arch to support tons of stone without collapsing.

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