sigmoid

• Décrit une forme incurvée en 'S', souvent employé en mathématiques, en anatomie et en statistique.

Describes a shape that is curved like the letter 'S', often used in mathematics, anatomy, and statistics.

1. S-shaped curveC1formal

   Curved in two directions like the letter S, often used in mathematics and anatomy.

   en forme de S

   • The sigmoid function is commonly used in neural networks.
   • The road followed a sigmoid path through the hills.
   • The graph of the logistic function has a characteristic sigmoid shape.

   Synonymess-shapedsigmoidal

2. Relating to the sigmoid colonC1formalmedical

   Of or relating to the S-shaped part of the large intestine near the rectum.

   sigmoïdien (relatif au côlon sigmoïde)

   • The sigmoid colon is located in the lower abdomen.
   • A sigmoidoscopy is used to examine the sigmoid region.
   • Inflammation of the sigmoid area can cause discomfort.