ADJOINT
(noun, adj.)Definitions
Adjoint - as a noun
The transpose of the cofactor matrix of a given square matrix.
(of a matrix) transpose conjugate.
(of an operator) hermitian conjugate.
A functor related to another functor by an adjunction.
A curve a such that any point of a given curve c of multiplicity r has multiplicity at least r–1 on a. sometimes the multiple points of c are required to be ordinary, and if this condition is not satisfied the term sub-adjoint is used.
An assistant to someone who holds a position in the military or civil service.
An assistant mayor of a french commune.
Adjoint - as an adjective
Used in certain contexts, in each case involving a pair of transformations, one of which is, or is analogous to, conjugation (either inner automorphism or complex conjugation).
(of a functor) that is related to another functor by an adjunction.
(of one curve to another curve) having a relationship of the nature of an adjoint (adjoint curve); sharing multiple points with.
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Word Game Points
ADJOINT has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
ADJOINT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
ADJOINT has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
