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- pronunciation:
- vek
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a mathematical expression of direction and magnitude, usually represented by an arrow pointing to the particular direction, with a length proportional to the magnitude.
In physics, the point of the arrow of a vector is called its tip and the starting point is called its tail. |
definition 2: |
the compass heading of an aircraft; bearing or course.
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definition 3: |
an organism, such as an insect, that carries disease-causing fungi, viruses, bacteria, or the like.
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derivations: |
vectorial (adj.), vectorially (adv.) |
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