Jordan curve

/ˌdʒɔrdən kərv/

Definitions of Jordan curve

1. noun

   a closed curve that does not intersect itself
   synonyms: simple closed curve

   types:

   loop

   anything with a round or oval shape (formed by a curve that is closed and does not intersect itself)

   band

   a thin flat strip or loop of flexible material that goes around or over something else, typically to hold it together or as a decoration

   belt

   endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys

   drip loop

   a downward hanging loop in a line that runs to a building

   noose, running noose, slip noose

   a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled

   lobe

   the enhanced response of an antenna in a given direction as indicated by a loop in its radiation pattern

   bight

   a loop in a rope

   type of:

   closed curve

   a curve (such as a circle) having no endpoints