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Hyperbola Definition & Meaning

hyperbola
noun
  1. an open curve formed by a plane that cuts the base of a right circular cone

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Frequently asked questions

What does hyperbola mean?
an open curve formed by a plane that cuts the base of a right circular cone
What part of speech is hyperbola?
Hyperbola is a noun.

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