Vector

/ˈvΙ›ktΙ™/

The meaning and definition of Vector, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. Any member of a (generalized) vector space.
    β€œThe vectors in {\mathbb Q}[X] are the single-variable polynomials with rational coefficients: one is \textstyle x^{42}+\frac1{137}x-1.”
  2. A graphical representation using outlines; vector graphics.
    β€œa vector image”
verb
  1. To set (particularly an aircraft) on a course toward a selected point.
  2. To redirect to a vector, or code entry point.

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