definition of the word equivalent

• æquivalent (archaic)

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From Latin æquivalentem (nominative of æquivalens).

equivalent (comparative more equivalent, superlative most equivalent)

1. similar or identical in value, meaning or effect; virtually equal
2. (mathematics) of two sets, having a one-to-one relationship
3. (mathematics) relating to the corresponding elements of an equivalence relation
4. (chemistry) having the equal ability to combine
5. (cartography) of a map, equal-area

• In mathematics, this adjective can be used in phrases like "A and B are equivalent", "A is equivalent to B", and, less commonly, "A is equivalent with B".

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