LINEARITY
\lɪnˈi͡əɹɪti], \lɪnˈiəɹɪti], \l_ɪ_n_ˈiə_ɹ_ɪ_t_i]\
Definitions of LINEARITY
Sort: Oldest first
-
1. Un-natural, mostly theoretical property of ordered systems and straight lines, characterized by 'good behavior,' predictability, and simple proportions. It is not a common feature of the natural (real) world and exists mostly in theories. Also refer to non-linearity. 2. Condition of a liner relationship as a linear function of independent variable(s) and a dependent variable.
By Henry Campbell Black
Word of the day
Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.