Definitions

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  • noun mathematics, physics A quantity that transforms like a vector under a proper rotation but gains an additional change of sign under an improper rotation.

Etymologies

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pseudo- +‎ vector

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Examples

  • With a focused SS com linkage established, the other ship could now calculate my hyperspatial pseudovector with precision.

    Sagittarius Whorl May, Julian 2001

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