singular point

American

noun

Mathematics.

a point at which a given function of a complex variable has no derivative but of which every neighborhood contains points at which the function has derivatives.

Etymology

Origin of singular point

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

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If you’ve been lucky enough to come across one of Harron Walker’s articles in her years as a journalist, you know that she has both a truly singular point of view and incisive wit.

From Salon • Jun. 28, 2025

“But the thing we’re predominately lacking in the role of the artistic leader is a singular point of truth.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 14, 2022

With its extravagance and excess, Shaw’s work will not be to everyone’s taste, yet demands to be taken seriously for its sincerity, its technique and its singular point of view.

From The Guardian • Apr. 2, 2019

But on the singular point that defined McCain the warrior, he has been consistent: We don’t have to become bad guys to fight bad guys.

From New York Times • Dec. 11, 2014

The singular point in the structure was a rough arch of rock, which extended above it and formed its roof.

From The Treasure of the Incas by Henty, G. A. (George Alfred)

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