Definition of Discriminant

1. n. The eliminant of the n partial differentials of any homogenous function of n variables. See Eliminant.

Definition of Discriminant

1. Noun. (algebra) An expression that gives information about the roots of a polynomial; for example, the expression ''D = b2 - 4ac'' determines whether the roots of the quadratic equation ''ax2 + bx + c = 0'' are real and distinct (''D'' > 0), real and equal (''D'' = 0) or complex (''D'' < 0). ¹

2. Adjective. Serving to discriminate. ¹

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Definition of Discriminant

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Discriminant

1. The eliminant of the n partial differentials of any homogenous function of n variables. See Eliminant. Origin: L. Discriminans, p. Pr. Of discriminare. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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