Catenarian

(44), a. [Lat. catenarius, from catena, chain.] Relating to a chain; like a chain.

Catenary curve (Geom.), the curve formed by a rope or chain, of uniform density, hanging freely between two points of suspension not in the same vertical line. Harris.

n. (Geom.) A catenary curve, or one formed by a cord hanging freely between two points not in the same vertical line.