Meaning & Definition of Differential in English
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Differential
/dɪfərɛnʃəl/
noun
1. The result of mathematical differentiation
- The instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another
- Df(x)/dx
synonym:
- derived function,
- derivative,
- differential coefficient,
- differential,
- first derivative
2. A quality that differentiates between similar things
synonym:
- differential
3. A bevel gear that permits rotation of two shafts at different speeds
- Used on the rear axle of automobiles to allow wheels to rotate at different speeds on curves
synonym:
- differential gear,
- differential
adjective
1. Relating to or showing a difference
- "Differential treatment"
synonym:
- differential
2. Involving or containing one or more derivatives
- "Differential equation"
synonym:
- differential
Examples of using
This differential equation can be easily solved by Laplace transform.
He didn't understand the concept of differential equations.