tensegrity

noun
ten·​seg·​ri·​ty | \ ten(t)ˈsegrə̇tē\
plural -es

Definition of tensegrity

: the property of a skeletal structure having continuous tension members (such as wires) and discontinuous compression members (such as metal tubes) so that each member performs efficiently in producing a rigid form

History and Etymology for tensegrity

tension + integrity

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