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elliptic function

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noun

Mathematics.

one of a class of transcendental functions related to elliptic integrals and analogous to trigonometric functions.

Etymology

Origin of elliptic function

First recorded in 1835–45

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In the solution the value of an elliptic function is found by means of the arithmetico-geometrical mean.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 5 "Gassendi, Pierre" to "Geocentric" by Various

To realize a motion given completely by the elliptic function, the suspension of the stalk must be made by a smooth ball and socket, or else a Hooke universal joint.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 7 "Gyantse" to "Hallel" by Various

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