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conformal

Pronunciation: /kənˈfɔːm(ə)l/

Definition of conformal

adjective

(of a map or a mathematical mapping) preserving the correct angles between directions within small areas (though distorting distances).

Derivatives

conformally

Origin:

mid 17th century (in the sense 'conformable'): from late Latin conformalis, from con- 'together' + formalis 'formal'. The current sense was coined in German