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coefficient

Pronunciation: /ˌkəʊɪˈfɪʃ(ə)nt/

Translate coefficient | into Italian

Definition of coefficient

noun

1 Mathematics a numerical or constant quantity placed before and multiplying the variable in an algebraic expression (e.g. 4 in 4x^y).

2 Physics a multiplier or factor that measures a particular property:the drag coefficient

Origin:

mid 17th century (in the sense 'cooperating to produce a result'): from modern Latin coefficient-, from com- 'together' + efficient- 'accomplishing' (see efficient)