Definition: the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface
Similar words: configuration, conformation, contour, shape, form
Definition: any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
Usage: he could barely make out their shapes
Synonyms: curvature
Definition: the rate of change (at a point) of the angle between a curve and a tangent to the curve
Similar words: differential, differential coefficient, derivative, derived function, first derivative
Definition: the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx
Synonyms: curvature
Definition: (medicine) a curving or bending; often abnormal
Usage: curvature of the spine
Similar words: condition, status
Definition: a state at a particular time
Usage: a condition (or state) of disrepair; the current status of the arms negotiations