Affine (Adjective)
Meaning 1
(mathematics) of or pertaining to the geometry of affine transformations.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The affine plane is a fundamental concept in geometry, describing a space where parallel lines never intersect.
- In affine geometry, the concept of distance is not as important as the concept of ratio and proportion.
- The affine transformation is a geometric transformation that preserves straight lines and ratios of distances between points on those lines.
- Affine spaces are often used in computer graphics to describe the transformations of objects in 3D space.
- The affine group is a mathematical group that consists of all invertible affine transformations of a given affine space.
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Meaning 2
(anthropology) related by marriage.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The affine relatives of the bride were expected to provide a significant portion of the dowry.
- In many cultures, affine ties are considered just as strong as consanguineous ones.
- The affine relationships between the two families were a key factor in the business partnership.
- The anthropologist studied the affine kinship patterns in the small village.
- The affine relatives of the deceased were responsible for performing certain rituals during the funeral.