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cardioid

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun cardioid has 1 sense
  1. cardioid - an epicycloid in which the rolling circle equals the fixed circle
    --1 is a kind of
    epicycloid

Definitions from the Web

Cardioid

Definition:

A cardioid is a mathematical curve that resembles the shape of a heart. It is defined as a plane curve traced by a point on the circumference of a circle as it rolls around another fixed circle.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun
  • Adjective

Senses:

Noun:

1. A geometric curve that resembles a shape of a heart.

2. A type of microphone with a heart-shaped pickup pattern that captures sounds from the front and rejects sounds from the back and sides.

Adjective:

1. Shaped like a heart or resembling the shape of a heart.

Usages:

Noun:

1. The cardioid is a commonly studied curve in mathematics and can often be found in various applications such as engineering and physics.

Example Sentence: The cardioid is widely used in radar technology due to its exceptional properties.

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2. The cardioid microphone is commonly used in recording studios and live performances for its ability to capture clear audio while minimizing background noise.

Example Sentence: The singer's melodious voice was perfectly captured by the cardioid microphone during the concert.

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Adjective:

1. Her necklace had a stunning pendant in the shape of a cardioid.

Example Sentence: The cardioid pendant beautifully complemented her evening gown.

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2. The cardioid pattern on the floor of the auditorium added a touch of elegance to the venue.

Example Sentence: The intricately designed carpet had a large cardioid shape in the center.

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