differen-tial

英 ['dɪfrənʃl] 美 ['dɪfrənʃl]

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英英释义

名词 differential:

1. the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx

2. a quality that differentiates between similar things

3. a bevel gear that permits rotation of two shafts at different speeds; used on the rear axle of automobiles to allow wheels to rotate at different speeds on curves

形容词 differential:

1. relating to or showing a difference

2. involving or containing one or more derivatives