Subtense

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  • n. A line which subtends, especially the chord of an arc.
  • n. The angle subtended by a line at a point.
    • the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
  • n. A line subtending, or stretching across; a chord.
    • The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • n. In geom., a line subtending or stretching across; the chord of an are; a line opposite to an angle spoken of.
    • Word Usage
    "A rough calculation based on an angular subtense of 1/2 degree and a distance of 30,000 feet suggests that the shadow would be wholly washed out."
    Cross Reference
    bar-subtense   
    Synonym
    Words with the same meaning
    chord   
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