Definition of unicursal in English:
unicursal
adjective ˌjuːnɪˈkəːs(ə)lˌyo͞onəˈkərsəl
Mathematics Relating to or denoting a curve or surface which is closed and can be drawn or swept out in a single movement.
Example sentencesExamples
- Crowley introduced a unicursal hexigram, where it is drawn with one connecting line, popularized in Thelema.
- A labyrinth is a single path or unicursal tool for personal, psychological and spiritual transformation.
- He then performed a ritual utilizing his new found knowledge of the unicursal hexagram to generate a pattern of movement in space relating to Fuller's vector equilibrium model.
- The labyrinth with a unicursal topology has one path, from the outside to the centre, never crossing itself.
- During the last couple of decades, mazes and unicursal labyrinths have once again become popular.
Origin
Mid 19th century: from uni- 'one' + Latin cursus 'course' + -al.