matrix

A noun with multiple meanings: in mathematics, a rectangular array of numbers or expressions; in geology, the fine-grained rock surrounding fossils or gems; in biology, the substance in which cells are embedded; or a general term for an environment in which something develops.

ruСуществительное с несколькими значениями: в математике — прямоугольная таблица чисел или выражений; в геологии — мелкозернистая порода, окружающая окаменелости или драгоценные камни; в биологии — вещество, в которое погружены клетки; или общий термин для среды, в которой что-то развивается.esSustantivo con varios significados: en matemáticas, una tabla rectangular de números o expresiones; en geología, roca de grano fino que rodea fósiles o piedras preciosas; en biología, sustancia en la que están inmersas las células; o término general para el medio en el que algo se desarrolla.frNom à plusieurs sens : en mathématiques, tableau rectangulaire de nombres ou d'expressions ; en géologie, roche à grain fin entourant des fossiles ou des pierres précieuses ; en biologie, substance dans laquelle des cellules sont immergées ; ou terme général pour un milieu dans lequel quelque chose se développe.deSubstantiv mit mehreren Bedeutungen: in der Mathematik eine rechteckige Anordnung von Zahlen oder Ausdrücken; in der Geologie das feinkörnige Gestein, das Fossilien oder Edelsteine umgibt; in der Biologie die Substanz, in die Zellen eingebettet sind; oder allgemein die Umgebung, in der sich etwas entwickelt.ptSubstantivo com vários sentidos: na matemática, tabela retangular de números ou expressões; na geologia, rocha de grão fino que envolve fósseis ou pedras preciosas; na biologia, substância na qual as células estão imersas; ou termo geral para o meio em que algo se desenvolve.zh多义名词：在数学中指数字或表达式排成的矩形表；在地质学中指包围化石或宝石的细粒岩石；在生物学中指细胞所浸没其中的物质；也泛指某事物发展所依托的环境或基础。arاسم ذو معانٍ عدة: في الرياضيات جدول مستطيل من الأعداد أو التعبيرات؛ في الجيولوجيا الصخر الدقيق الحبيبات الذي يحيط بالحفريات أو الأحجار الكريمة؛ في الأحياء المادة التي تُغرس فيها الخلايا؛ أو مصطلح عام للوسط الذي ينمو فيه شيء ما.

1. Mathematical array B2 formal scientific

   A rectangular arrangement of numbers, symbols, or expressions organized into rows and columns, treated as a single mathematical object.

   • The student solved the system of equations using a matrix.
   • Matrices are widely used in computer graphics and physics.
   • We multiplied two matrices to find the transformation.
   • The identity matrix is a special case where diagonal entries are one.

   ruМатрицаesmatriz (matemáticas)frMatrice (mathématiques)deMatrixptMatrizzh矩阵arمصفوفة

   Синонимы: arraygridtable

2. Geological matrix C1 formal scientific

   The fine-grained material in which larger grains, fossils, crystals, or gems are embedded within a rock.

   • Geologists examined the matrix surrounding the quartz crystal.
   • The fossil was extracted from the calcareous matrix.
   • The diamond was found embedded in a dark volcanic matrix.
   • Analysis of the rock matrix revealed traces of ancient organic matter.

   ruМатрица (геологическая)esMatriz geológicafrMatrice (géologie)deMatrix (Geologie)ptMatriz (geológica)zh基质（地质学）arالمصفوفة (جيولوجيا)

   Синонимы: cementgroundmass

3. Enclosure or environment C1 formal

   A surrounding structure or environment in which something develops, originates, or is embedded.

   • The city became a matrix for cultural innovation.
   • This matrix of ideas shaped the early modern period.
   • The cell exists within a matrix of connective tissue.
   • The matrix of social relationships influences individual behavior.

   ruСреда или окружениеesEntorno o matriz (medio en el que algo se desarrolla)frMatrice (milieu)deUmgebung oder UmfeldptMeio ou ambientezh环境或背景arالبيئة أو الوسط المحيط

   Синонимы: breeding groundcontextcradleenvironmenthotbedmediumnestseedbedsettingwomb

4. Biological extracellular matrix C1 formal medical

   The substance between cells that provides structural and biochemical support, composed of proteins and other molecules.

   • The extracellular matrix is crucial for tissue repair.
   • Collagen is a major component of the connective tissue matrix.
   • Cells interact with the matrix through specialized receptors.
   • The matrix determines the mechanical properties of cartilage.

   ruВнеклеточный матриксesMatriz extracelularfrMatrice extracellulairedeExtrazelluläre MatrixptMatriz extracelularzh细胞外基质arالمصفوفة خارج الخلوية

   Синонимы: ecm

5. Nail matrix B2 formal medical

   The formative tissue located at the base of a fingernail or toenail that produces the nail plate.

   • Injury to the nail matrix can cause permanent nail deformity.
   • The doctor examined the matrix to assess the nail growth.
   • Fungal infections can damage the nail matrix.
   • The matrix is responsible for the thickness and shape of the nail.

   ruНогтевая матрицаesMatriz de la uñafrMatrice unguéaledeNagelmatrixptMatriz unguealzh甲母质arمَطْرِيس النُّخَاعِ الظُّفْرِيّ

6. Mold for reproduction C1 formal technical

   A mold or die used in manufacturing to produce relief surfaces, such as in printing or phonograph records.

   • The printer used a metal matrix to stamp the letters.
   • A wax matrix was used to create the master record.
   • The coin's design was pressed from a hardened matrix.
   • Early typographers carved matrices by hand for each letter.

   ruМатрицаesMatriz para reproducciónfrMoule pour reproductiondeMatrizeptMatrizzh字模arقالب الطباعة

   Синонимы: dieformmatmoldstamptemplate

• matrices plural form
• matrixes plural form
• matrices' possessive plural form
• matrixes' possessive plural form
• matrix's possessive singular form