What does "ribbon lemniscate" mean?

Answer by  dollgirl (636)

The mathematical symbol for infinity (it looks like the numeral 8 turned on its side) is called a Lemniscate, which is the Latin word for ribbon. The infinity symbol resembles a double looped ribbon.

Answer by  uxor22 (17)

As you probably know already, the word "ribbon" refers to a long thin piece of fabric (usually grosgrain or satin) used to tie up a girl's hair or a gift package. "Lemniscate" means ribbon" in ancient Latin. The words usually appear together when referring to the mathematical sign for infinity.