differential

/dˌɪfɚˈɛnʃəl/ · 4 syllables

Meaning

adjective

1. relating to or showing a difference
   “differential treatment”
2. involving or containing one or more derivatives
   “differential equation”

noun

1. the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx
2. a quality that differentiates between similar things
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

Synonyms for differential

• derived function
• derivative
• differential coefficient
• first derivative
• differential gear

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