单词 | delta |
释义 | delta1/ˈdɛltə![]() noun 1The fourth letter of the Greek alphabet (Δ, δ), transliterated as ‘d’.Other symbols use in chemistry include the Greek letter delta to denote a change in energy levels and an arrow to indicate the direction a reaction proceeds in....
1.1British A fourth-class mark given for an essay, examination paper, or other piece of work. 1.2 [as modifier] The fourth in a series of items, categories, etc. delta hepatitis...
1.3 (Delta) [followed by Latin genitive] Astronomy The fourth (usually fourth-brightest) star in a constellation: Delta Cephei...
2A code word representing the letter D, used in radio communication.Pilot: Regina Tower, (this is) Cessna foxtrot bravo charlie delta (over). 3 (also delta connection) A triangular arrangement of electrical three-phase windings.After the start, the circuit is switched to delta connection and the motor receives the nominal voltage....
symbol 1 (δ) Mathematics Variation of a variable or function. 2 (Δ) Mathematics A finite increment. 3 (δ) Astronomy Declination. OriginGreek, from Phoenician daleth.
Rhymesdelta2/ˈdɛltə![]() noun A triangular tract of sediment deposited at the mouth of a river, typically where it diverges into several outlets: the Nile delta [as modifier]: a huge delta system developed...
Derivativesdeltaic![]()
OriginMid 16th century: originally specifically as the Delta (of the River Nile), from the shape of the Greek letter (see delta1). |
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