matrix
1. (mathematics) a rectangular array of quantities or expressions set out by rows and columns;
treated as a single element and manipulated according to rules (Freq. 1)
• Topics:
mathematics, math, maths
• Hypernyms:
array
• Hyponyms:
correlation matrix, dot matrix, square matrix, real matrix, transpose
2. (geology) amass of fine-grained rock in which fossils, crystals, or gems are embedded
• Topics:
geology
• Hypernyms:
rock, stone
3. an enclosure within which something originates or develops (from the Latin for womb)
• Hypernyms:
enclosure, natural enclosure
4. the body substance in which tissue cells are embedded
• Syn:
intercellular substance, ground substance
• Hypernyms:
body substance
• Part Holonyms:
bone, os, cartilage, gristle, connective tissue
5. the formative tissue at the base of a nail
• Hypernyms:
animal tissue
• Part Holonyms:
nail
6. mold used in the production of phonograph records, type, or other relief surface
• Hypernyms:
mold, mould, cast
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