transcendental number
21Transcendental curve — In mathematics, a transcendental curve is a curve that is not an algebraic curve. Here for a curve C what matters is the point set (typically in the plane) underlying C , not a given parametrisation. For example the unit circle is an algebraic… …
22transcendental meditation — a technique, based on ancient Hindu writings, by which one seeks to achieve a relaxed state through regular periods of meditation during which a mantra is repeated. Abbr.: TM [1965 70] * * * also called TM spiritual movement that was founded… …
23Transcendental functions — Function Func tion, n. [L. functio, fr. fungi to perform, execute, akin to Skr. bhuj to enjoy, have the use of: cf. F. fonction. Cf. {Defunct}.] 1. The act of executing or performing any duty, office, or calling; performance. In the function of… …
24transcendental empiricism + politics — by Bruce Baugh Deleuze often quoted Alfred North Whitehead s dictum that the abstract does not explain, but needs to be explained. This thought stands at the basis of both Deleuze s transcendental empiricism that searches for the real… …
25transcendental empiricism + politics — by Bruce Baugh Deleuze often quoted Alfred North Whitehead s dictum that the abstract does not explain, but needs to be explained. This thought stands at the basis of both Deleuze s transcendental empiricism that searches for the real… …
26transcendental function — Math. a function that is not an algebraic function. [1875 80] * * * transcendental function noun (mathematics) Any function that cannot be defined by a finite number of algebraic operations • • • Main Entry: ↑transcend …
27transcendental — tran•scen•den•tal [[t]ˌtræn sɛnˈdɛn tl, sən [/t]] adj. 1) transcendent, surpassing, or superior 2) being beyond ordinary or common experience, thought, or belief; supernatural 3) abstract or metaphysical 4) idealistic, lofty, or visionary 5) pho… …
28Liouville number — In number theory, a Liouville number is a real number x with the property that, for every positive integer n, there exist integers p and q with q > 1 and such that A Liouville number can thus be approximated quite closely by a sequence of… …
29Irrational number — In mathematics, an irrational number is any real number that is not a rational number that is, it is a number which cannot be expressed as a fraction m / n , where m and n are integers, with n non zero. Informally, this means numbers that cannot… …
30Real number — For the real numbers used in descriptive set theory, see Baire space (set theory). For the computing datatype, see Floating point number. A symbol of the set of real numbers …
