direction number

noun

Mathematics.

1. the component of a vector along a given line; any number proportional to the direction cosines of a given line.

Example Sentences

Singer-songwriter Bevan, from Sudbury, who co-wrote with Ed Sheeran the One Direction number one Little Things, told BBC Politics East many writers are struggling because of the way streaming services pay royalties.

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Which brings me to direction number three: mountain pose.

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The good news: the “right direction” number inched to a six-month high.

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In 2012, the "right direction" number rose fairly steadily, which forecast good news for the incumbent seeking reelection.

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If right windage is taken the bullet will strike to the right, if left windage is taken it will strike to the left: Range. windage. direction. number of inches change.

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