Etymology · Ancient Greek
κύλινδρος
3 English words descend from Ancient Greek κύλινδρος, most common first.
- cylinderA surface created by projecting a closed two-dimensional curve along an axis intersecting the plane of the curve.
- calenderA machine, used for the purpose of giving cloth, paper etc., a smooth, even, and glossy or glazed surface, by cold or hot pressure, or for watering them and giving them a wavy appearance; it consists of two or more cylinders revolving nearly in contact, with the necessary apparatus for moving and regulating.
- calanderThe weevil Phlyctinus callosus.