derived function meaning

UK /dəˈraɪvd ˈfʌŋkʃən/ US /dəˈraɪvd ˈfʌŋkʃən/ 4 syllables

derived function (noun): the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx.

Definition of derived function

  1. the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx

    Synonyms: derivative, differential coefficient, differential, first derivative

    Type of: calculation

    Kinds: curvature, partial derivative

How to pronounce derived function

derived function is pronounced /dəˈraɪvd ˈfʌŋkʃən/ in British English and /dəˈraɪvd ˈfʌŋkʃən/ in American English. It has 4 syllables.

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