Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

quadrature

noun

/ˈkwɒd.rə.tjʊr/

Definition

The process of calculating the area under a curve or determining the area of geometric figures, often used in mathematics and physics.

Examples

The quadrature of the circle is a classic problem in geometry.
In calculus, we learn different methods to achieve quadrature of complex functions.
Using numerical methods, scientists often find the quadrature of curves in their work.

Meaning

In mathematics, quadrature specifically refers to a method of estimating the integral of a function, usually through geometric means, or a certain type of angle measurement in geometry.