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单词 modulus
释义

modulus

noun

mod·​u·​lus ˈmä-jə-ləs How to pronounce modulus (audio)
plural moduli ˈmä-jə-ˌlī How to pronounce modulus (audio)
-ˌlē
1
a
: the factor by which a logarithm of a number to one base is multiplied to obtain the logarithm of the number to a new base
b
: absolute value sense 2
c(1)
: the number (such as a positive integer) or other mathematical entity (such as a polynomial) in a congruence that divides the difference of the two congruent members without leaving a remainder compare residue sense b
(2)
: the number of different numbers used in a system of modular arithmetic
2
: a constant or coefficient that expresses usually numerically the degree to which a body or substance possesses a particular property (such as elasticity)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web That’s wrapped in a stiffer, high-modulus carbon interlaced with fiberglass, which adds strength. Stephanie Pearson, Outside Online, 30 Aug. 2022 The modular operation is the act of taking the remainder when a number is divided by the modulus. Popular Mechanics, 21 Feb. 2021 In this scenario, responders’ only saving grace would be the use of a weak RSA modulus. Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 7 June 2018

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Latin, small measure

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Medical Definition

modulus

noun

mod·​u·​lus ˈmäj-ə-ləs How to pronounce modulus (audio)
plural moduli -ˌlī How to pronounce modulus (audio) -ˌlē How to pronounce modulus (audio)
: a constant or coefficient that expresses usually numerically the degree to which a substance or body possesses a property (as elasticity)
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