1. the branch of mathematics that studies the properties of geometric figures that remain unchanged under continuous deformations
Usage: mathematics
2. the arrangement or configuration of the parts of something, especially a network or system
Usage: technical
3. the physical or logical arrangement of connections in a computer network
Usage: computing

Examples

• She studied algebraic topology in graduate school.
• The topology of a sphere differs fundamentally from that of a torus.
• The network topology determines how data flows between computers.
• Engineers analyzed the topology of the power grid.
• A star topology connects all devices to a central hub.
• The city’s street topology makes navigation challenging.
• Researchers mapped the topology of the brain’s neural networks.