What is another word for catenaries?
Pronunciation: [katˈiːnəɹiz] (IPA) 
Catenaries refer to a curve formed by a flexible material that is suspended between two points, such as a hanging cable or wire. Synonyms for catenaries include suspension curves, hanging arcs, suspended lines, and flexible curves. Other related terms include parabolas, which are symmetrical and U-shaped, and hyperbolic curves, which are asymmetrical and V-shaped. These curves have applications in architecture, engineering, and mathematics. Catenary arches, for example, are used in bridge construction and provide a stable weight distribution. Understanding catenaries and their synonyms is important for professionals working in these fields to design and construct structures that are safe and stable.
