Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vector
Noun
/ˈvɛktər/
Definition
A quantity that has both magnitude and direction, often used in mathematics and physics.
Examples
- The velocity of the car can be represented as a vector.
- In biology, a vector can also refer to an organism that transmits disease.
- The displacement from point A to point B is a vector, showing both distance and direction.
Meaning
In mathematics and physics, a vector is represented as an arrow pointing in a certain direction with a specific length, indicating its magnitude.
Synonyms
- direction
- magnitude
- arrow
- path
