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Nonlinear Definition & Meaning

nonlinear
adjective
  1. designating or involving an equation whose terms are not of the first degree

"Nonlinear" in song lyrics

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  • "second order differential equation linear combination nonlinear"
    AOL — AOL
  • "second order differential equation nonlinear combination nonlinear"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does nonlinear mean?
designating or involving an equation whose terms are not of the first degree
What part of speech is nonlinear?
Nonlinear is an adjective.

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