Dymaxion

adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A structure or device that is dymaxion in nature.
Adjective
  1. 1
    Able to use technology to maximize the use of resources.

Etymology

Etymology 1

Coined by Buckminster Fuller as a blend of dynamic + maximum + tension.

Etymology 2

See Dymaxion.

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