What is another word for paraboloid?
Pronunciation: [pˈaɹəbˌɒlɔ͡ɪd] (IPA) 
The word paraboloid is used to describe a type of three-dimensional geometric shape that is formed by a parabolic curve being extended in a third dimension. There are a variety of synonyms that can be used to describe this shape, including parabolic cylinder, elliptic cylinder, hyperbolic paraboloid, and saddle-shaped surface. These names reflect the different ways in which the parabolic curve can be extended and the resulting shapes that are created. While these terms may seem technical, they are often used in a variety of scientific and engineering contexts to describe everything from the shape of satellite dishes to the way light is focused in optical systems.
