ORDINATE Meaning and
Definition
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The term "ordinate" is primarily used in mathematics to describe a value on the vertical axis of a graph, also known as the y-axis. In a two-dimensional Cartesian coordinate system, the ordinate represents the height or magnitude of a point on the y-axis, indicating its position in relation to the x-axis. It is often denoted as the dependent variable, as it relies on and can be influenced by the corresponding value on the x-axis, known as the abscissa.
In a broader sense, "ordinate" can also refer to any value or measurement that represents the vertical or upward direction in a given context. For instance, in geographic coordinate systems, the ordinate can represent the latitude, which measures distances north or south of the equator. Similarly, in three-dimensional space, each ordinate in a coordinate system corresponds to a particular axis, such as the z-axis, allowing for a three-dimensional representation of points.
The concept of ordinate is fundamental in various mathematical fields, including geometry, calculus, and graph theory. Understanding and utilizing ordinate values allows for the precise plotting and analysis of data, enabling mathematicians, scientists, and engineers to interpret and solve complex problems in a quantitative manner.
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• Well-ordered; regular; methodical.
• In math., a straight line drawn from any point in a curve perpendicular to another straight line called the abscissa-the ordinate and abscissa taken together being called co-ordinates.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of ORDINATE
The word "ordinate" has a Latin origin. It comes from the Latin word "ordinatus", which is the past participle of "ordinare", meaning "to arrange" or "to set in order". The word "ordinare" itself is derived from the Latin word "ordo", meaning "order" or "arrangement". The term "ordinate" later entered the English language in the 16th century, primarily in the context of mathematics and coordinate geometry.
Similar spelling words for ORDINATE
- ordnance,
- ordinance,
- ordainer,
- ordinand,
- ordain,
- ordained,
- ordinarily,
- ordination,
- ordinal,
- orduna,
- ordinary.
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