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adjoint

|ad-joint|

/ˈædʒɔɪnt/

mathematical operator

Etymology

Etymology Information

'adjoint' originates from French, specifically the word 'adjoindre,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'joindre' meant 'join.'

Historical Evolution

'adjoindre' transformed into the English word 'adjoint' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to join or attach,' but over time it evolved into its current mathematical meaning.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a function or operator that is the adjoint of another.

In quantum mechanics, the adjoint of an operator is often used.

Synonyms

conjugate transpose

Adjective 1

in mathematics, an adjoint operator is one that is related to another operator by a specific relationship, often involving transposition and complex conjugation.

The adjoint of a matrix is crucial in solving linear equations.

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Last updated: 2025/05/09 01:51