immanant

English

Etymology

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Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈɪmənənt/

Noun

immanant (plural immanants)

1. (linear algebra) A function or property of a matrix, defined as a generalization of the concepts of determinant and permanent.

Usage notes

• Not to be confused with immanent (“existing or remaining within something”) or imminent (“about to occur”).

See also

• Immanant of a matrix on Wikipedia.Wikipedia

Further reading

• Immanant -- from Wolfram MathWorld