Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
convolution
noun
/ˌkɒnvəˈluːʃən/
Definition
Convolution refers to a process where something is changed or coiled into a complicated shape or series of shapes.
Examples
- The convolution of the two signals produced a smoother output.
- Mathematicians use convolution to analyze the behavior of different systems.
- In biology, convolution can describe the intricate folds of the brain.
Meaning
In a mathematical context, convolution involves combining two functions to produce a third function, representing how the shape of one is modified by the other. It is widely used in signal processing and image processing.
Synonyms
- twisting
- spiral
- curl
- coiling
