English dictionary
determinant
/d/I/'t/[@]/rm/@/n/@/nt/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Serving to determine or limit; determinative.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a determining or causal element or factor
ExamplesEducation is an important determinant of one's outlook on life.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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the site on the surface of an antigen molecule to which an antibody attaches itself
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a square matrix used to solve simultaneous equations
Source: WordNet 3.0
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That which serves to determine; that which causes determination.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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having the power or quality of deciding
ExamplesThe determinative (or determinant) battle.
Source: WordNet 3.0