constant-rate
|con/stant-rate|
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/ˈkɑːnstənt reɪt/
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/ˈkɒnstənt reɪt/
steady speed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'constant-rate' originates from the combination of 'constant' and 'rate', where 'constant' means 'unchanging' and 'rate' refers to 'a measure or quantity'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'constant-rate' evolved from the need to describe processes in physics and engineering that maintain a steady pace.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'unchanging speed', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing a process or action that occurs at a steady, unchanging speed or level.
The machine operates at a constant-rate to ensure efficiency.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45