matrix

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noun a grid of numbers, often used to represent the dimensions of an object or its properties arranged in rows and columns

noun an array of numbers or data items arranged in rows and columns
noun an array of connections between logic gates providing a number of possible logical functions
noun a pattern of the dots that make up a character on a computer screen, dot matrix or laser printer

In concrete, the mortar in which the coarse aggregate is embedded. In mortar, the cement paste in which the fine aggregate is embedded.

A two-dimensional array utilized to organize, interrelate, or perform operations. For instance, such an array in which numbers are subjected to algebraic operations, a logic network in such a configuration, or the arrangement of the chemical elements in a periodic table.
In computers, a number of elements, such as numbers, dots, or spreadsheet cells, which are arranged in rows and columns, and upon which operations may be performed.
In a TV transmitter, a circuit or device which transforms the separate red, green, and blue camera signals into color-difference signals, and combines these with the chrominance subcarrier. Also called color encoder, or encoder (2).
In a TV receiver, a circuit or device which transforms the color-difference signals into separate red, green, and blue signals. Also called color decoder, or decoder (2).

(written as Matrix)
An array of numbers (called 'elements') displayed in vectors: rows and columns. There is a special algebra for manipulating matrices.

noun a metal mould from which type is made in the hot metal process
noun a mould made by pressing a raised surface in a substance such as plastic, used in stereotyping or electrotyping
noun a mould used in the production of gramophone records

noun the substance that exists between cells and from which tissue such as cartilage and bone develops

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