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Wedge Sum.
Wedge Sum - as a noun
(mathematics) a one-point union of a family of topological spaces.
Example: "The wedge sum of n circles is often called a bouquet of circles, while a wedge product of arbitrary spheres is often called a bouquet of spheres."
Example Sentences
"The wedge sum of a circle and a line segment is equivalent to a figure eight."
"The wedge sum of two circles is a torus."
"In topology, the wedge sum is a way to combine two spaces."
"The wedge sum of two spheres is a lens space."
"A wedge sum can be formed by joining two spaces at a single point."
