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asymptote

noun

A straight line that is the limiting value of a curve; can be considered as tangent at infinity

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Word length
9
Starts with
A
Ends with
E
Contains
SY
Scrabble score
16

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈæsɪmptoʊ̯t

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Definitions

noun

  1. A straight line that is the limiting value of a curve; can be considered as tangent at infinity

    “The asymptote of the curve”

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Example Sentences

The asymptote of the curve

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