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Definition for constant (2 of 2)
Constant
[ kawn-stahn ]
/ kɔ̃ˈstɑ̃ /
noun
Paul Hen·ri Ben·ja·min Bal·luat [pawl ahn-ree ban-zha-man ba-lwa]. /pɔl ɑ̃ˈri bɛ̃ ʒaˈmɛ̃ baˈlwa/. Paul d'Estournelles de Constant.
Jean Jo·seph Ben·ja·min [zhahn zhaw-zef ban-zha-man], /ʒɑ̃ ʒɔˈzɛf bɛ̃ ʒaˈmɛ̃/, 1845–1902, French painter.
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British Dictionary definitions for constant (1 of 2)
constant
/ (ˈkɒnstənt) /
adjective
fixed and invariable; unchanging
continual or continuous; incessantconstant interruptions
resolute in mind, purpose, or affection; loyal
noun
Derived forms of constant
constantly, adverbWord Origin for constant
C14: from Old French, from Latin constāns standing firm, from constāre to be steadfast, from stāre to stand
British Dictionary definitions for constant (2 of 2)
Constant
/ (French kɔ̃stɑ̃) /
noun
Benjamin (bɛ̃ʒamɛ̃). real name Henri Benjamin Constant de Rebecque. 1767–1830, French writer and politician: author of the psychological novel Adolphe (1816)
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Medical definitions for constant
constant
[ kŏn′stənt ]
adj.
Continually occurring; persistent.
Unchanging in nature, value, or extent; invariable.
n.
A quantity assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context.
An experimental or theoretical condition, factor, or quantity that does not vary or that is regarded as invariant in specified circumstances.
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Scientific definitions for constant
constant
[ kŏn′stənt ]
A quantity that is unknown but assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context.
A theoretical or experimental quantity, condition, or factor that does not vary in specified circumstances. Avogadro's number and Planck's constant are examples of constants.
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Cultural definitions for constant
constant
A number that appears in equations and formulas and does not vary or change. Examples are Planck's constant and the speed of light.
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