Definition

Having the shape of a doughnut or a ring.

Example

The toroidal design of the object allows for efficient flow of energy.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a toroidal shape in real life?

Yeah, I saw one in a science museum; it was really cool!

I think those shapes are fascinating, especially how they represent different dimensions.

Definitely! They make you think about geometry in a whole new way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Toroidal → It is formed from "torus" (from Latin *torus*, meaning a rounded or circular shape) and the suffix "-oidal" (from Greek *eidos*, meaning form or shape). The word "toroidal" describes something that has the shape of a torus, which is a doughnut-like structure.

Memory Tip

Imagine a doughnut shape, which is what 'torus' refers to, and remember that 'toroidal' means something that has that rounded form.

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