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Hessian (adj) means relating to Hesse, a region of Germany.

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1

Relating to Hesse, a region of Germany.

2

Relating to Otto Hesse, a nineteenth-century German mathematician.

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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.

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”.

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Etymology

Formed from Hesse and the suffix -ian; a doublet of hessian.

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What is the meaning of hessian?

"hessian" (adj) means relating to Hesse, a region of Germany.

What are the different meanings of hessian?

"hessian" has 2 main meanings: 1. Relating to Hesse, a region of Germany; 2. Relating to Otto Hesse, a nineteenth-century German mathematician.

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