real part

American  

[ree-uhl, reel] / ˈri əl, ril /

noun

Mathematics.

1. the number a in the complex number a + bi.

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real part British  

noun

1. the term a in a complex number a + i b , where i = √–1

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Etymology

Origin of real part

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

“Somehow Christmas music brings comfort and I think that’s a real part of it.”

From Los Angeles Times

While animal sacrifice is a real part of some ceremonies, the media’s obsession with this particular practice has created a distorted picture that reduces an entire spiritual system to a single, sensationalized act.

From Los Angeles Times

“They are a very real part of American society.”

From Los Angeles Times

Arthur admits that the Joker is a persona that is not real — Arthur is the only real part of him.

From Salon

It’s a real part of this history and part of The Captain’s trauma.

From Salon