Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Conic Section.
Conic Section - as a noun
(geometry) a curve generated by the intersection of a plane and a circular cone
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conicHypernyms (Closely Related)
plane figuretwo-dimensional figureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The circle is a type of conic section."
"Parabolas are a common type of conic section."
"Ellipses can be described as conic sections."
"The intersection of a cone and a plane results in a conic section."
"Hyperbolas are another example of a conic section."
