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secant in French

secant in French is sécante — secant means a straight line that intersects a curve at two or more points.

secant in French

sécante

noun

(trigonometry) In a right triangle, the reciprocal of the cosine of an angle. Symbol: sec

What does "secant" mean?

noun A straight line that intersects a curve at two or more points.
noun In a right triangle, the reciprocal of the cosine of an angle. Symbol: sec

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Common French translations

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What is "secant" in French?

"secant" in French is sécante. secant means: A straight line that intersects a curve at two or more points.

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