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algorithm a completely determined and finite procedure for solving a problem, esp. used in relation to mathematics and computer science.
apolitical having no interest in politics or no relation to politics.
apportionment a distribution based on the relation of part to whole. [1/2 definitions]
as regards in reference to; in relation to.
astrology the study of the positions of the heavenly bodies in relation to each other with the aim of predicting their influence on human affairs.
bear1 to hold within oneself (a particular feeling) in relation to another or others. [1/9 definitions]
bearing relation or relevance (usu. fol. by "on"). [2/5 definitions]
bimetallism the use of two metals, usu. gold and silver, at fixed values in relation to each other, as the monetary standard of currency and value. [1/2 definitions]
come to exist in a specific place or position in relation to other things or persons. [1/14 definitions]
composition the relation among the parts of something; order or structure. [1/7 definitions]
configuration the relation or arrangement of the constituent parts of something. [1/6 definitions]
corresponding in a functional relation with something else. [1/3 definitions]
differentia a distinguishing character or attribute, as of one species of animal or plant in relation to others of the same genus.
dislocate to put out of place, esp. in relation to other parts. [1/3 definitions]
egoism the tendency to evaluate everything in relation to one's own interests; self-centeredness. (Cf. altruism.) [1/3 definitions]
emotional of or relating to the feelings, including how one feels about oneself in relation to others. [1/4 definitions]
exclusive jurisdiction power granted exclusively to a particular court to apply and interpret laws within a particular geographic area or in relation to certain types of matters.
filial denoting the relation of a child or children to a parent. [1/2 definitions]
geostationary of or pertaining to a satellite or spacecraft that travels around the earth's equator at a speed equal to the earth's rotation so as to maintain a constant relation to points on the earth's surface.
great being one generation more distant that the relation that is specified (used only in combination with a following noun). [1/8 definitions]
harmony a pleasing or orderly relation among the parts of something. [1/4 definitions]