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Asymptote - Dictionary Definition and Overview |
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Asymptote : (noun)
1: a straight line that is the limiting value of a curve; can
be considered as tangent at infinity; "the asymptote of
the curve"
Based on WordNet 2.0
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Asymptote : \As"ymp*tote\ (?; 215), n. [Gr. ? not falling
together; 'a priv. _ ? to fall together; ? with _ ? to fall.
Cf. Symptom.] (Math.)
A line which approaches nearer to some curve than assignable
distance, but, though infinitely extended, would never meet
it. Asymptotes may be straight lines or curves. A rectilinear
asymptote may be conceived as a tangent to the curve at an
infinite distance.
Based on WordNet (r) 2.0 (August 2003)
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Example Usage of Asymptote |
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