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Noun: lemniscate  lem'ni-skut
  1. (geometry) any of several plane algebraic curves in the shape of a figure eight
    "The lemniscate symbol is often used to represent infinity"
     
  2. A curve shaped like a figure eight or the symbol for infinity
    "The lemniscate is often used to represent infinity"

Derived forms: lemniscates

Type of: curve, curved shape

Encyclopedia: Lemniscate