Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun In mathematics, a homogeneous and isobaric function of fi which is a covariant of
f , where fi denotes - noun One who or that which is derived from another.
- noun In medicine, same as
derivative , n., 1. - Deriving; derivative.
- In medicine, same as
derivative , a., 3.
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Again, although more primitive in construction, you will see the classic v-shaped profile that is now seen on the Mastiff – the British Army’s derivant of the US Cougar mine protected vehicle.
We are soooo happy for them! Richard 2007
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Again, although more primitive in construction, you will see the classic v-shaped profile that is now seen on the Mastiff – the British Army’s derivant of the US Cougar mine protected vehicle.
Archive 2007-08-01 Richard 2007
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