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Orthogonality

Definition: The quality or state of being orthogonal, meaning at right angles or perpendicular to each other.

Parts of Speech: noun

Sense 1: (Mathematics) The property of vectors or functions that are perpendicular or independent of each other. In linear algebra, orthogonality often refers to the absence of correlation between variables.

Sense 2: (Computer Science) The concept of independent or non-interfering components in a system or programming language. In computer programming, orthogonal design principles are employed to ensure each feature has a specific and independent purpose.

Sample Sentences:

1. The orthogonality of the two vectors was crucial in solving the mathematical problem.
2. In software development, maintaining orthogonality helps in reducing the complexity of the codebase.
3. Orthogonal functions are extensively used in Fourier analysis.

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