sinuosity

[ sin-yoo-os-i-tee ]

noun

, plural sin·u·os·i·ties.

1. Often sinuosities. a curve, bend, or turn:

   a sinuosity of the road.

2. a sinuous form or character.

sinuosity

/ ˌsɪnjʊˈɒsɪtɪ /

noun

1. the quality of being sinuous
2. a turn, curve, or intricacy

Word History and Origins

Origin of sinuosity¹

From the Medieval Latin word sinuōsitās, dating back to 1590–1600. See sinuous, -ity

Example Sentences

“A river should have its own sinuosity,” Dr. Jackman said.

From New York Times

Although Lombard is recognized by Guinness World Records as the “Most Crooked Road,” there are those who say the title should belong to San Francisco’s Vermont Street, which has a reportedly higher “sinuosity” rating along its seven turns, but isn't as much of a draw thanks in part to its obstructed views.

From Fox News

Although Lombard is recognized by Guinness World Records as the “Most Crooked Road,” there are those who say the title should belong to San Francisco’s Vermont Street, which has a reportedly higher “sinuosity” rating along its seven turns, but isn't as much of a draw thanks in part to its obstructed views.

From Fox News

The industrious Saab couture atelier had got to work to weave the signature crystals, sequins and pearls together to - as the program notes put it - depict “the sinuosity of organic forms.”

From Washington Times

The industrious Saab couture atelier had got to work to weave the signature crystals, sequins and pearls together to — as the program notes put it — depict “the sinuosity of organic forms.”

From Seattle Times

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