Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Vector.
How to pronounce vector:
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Vector - as a noun
A variable quantity that can be resolved into components
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
variablevariable quantityHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A straight line segment whose length is magnitude and whose orientation in space is direction
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
straight lineHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Any agent (person or animal or microorganism) that carries and transmits a disease
Example: "Mosquitos are vectors of malaria and yellow fever"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
transmitterHypernyms (Closely Related)
agentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Vector - as a verb
To set (particularly an aircraft) on a course toward a selected point.
To redirect to a vector, or code entry point.
Example Sentences
"A vector is an object that has both magnitude and direction."
"The velocity of the car is represented by a vector."
"When drawing a map, a vector can indicate the direction of a river."
"In mathematics, a vector is often denoted by an arrow above the variable."
"She studied the vector displacement of the airplane during its flight."
Word Game Points
Is VECTOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, vector is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
VECTOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is VECTOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, vector is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordVECTOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is VECTOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, vector is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordVECTOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.