secant

/ˈsiːkənt/ · noun

Meaning

A straight line that intersects a curve at two or more points.
In a right triangle, the reciprocal of the cosine of an angle. Symbol: sec
That cuts or divides.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

cosec(English)conchoid(English)tangent(English)bitangent(English)double point(English)osculating circle(English)osculation(English)applicate(English)cosecant(English)ogive(English)bisection(English)cotangent(English)

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Sources

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