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Aberration constantConstant Con"stant, n.
1. (Astron.) A number whose value, when ascertained (as by
observation) and substituted in a general mathematical
formula expressing an astronomical law, completely
determines that law and enables predictions to be made of
its effect in particular cases.
2. (Physics) A number expressing some property or condition
of a substance or of an instrument of precision; as, the
dielectric constant of quartz; the collimation constant of
a transit instrument.
Aberration constant, or Constant of aberration (Astron.),
a number which by substitution in the general formula for
aberration enables a prediction to be made of the effect
of aberration on a star anywhere situated. Its value is
20[sec].47.
Constant of integration (Math.), an undetermined constant
added to every result of integration.
Gravitation constant (Physics), the acceleration per unit
of time produced by the attraction of a unit of mass at
unit distance. When this is known the acceleration
produced at any distance can be calculated.
Solar constant (Astron.), the quantity of heat received by
the earth from the sun in a unit of time. It is, on the C.
G. S. system, 0.0417 small calories per square centimeter
per second. --Young. Absolute constantConstant Con"stant, n.
1. That which is not subject to change; that which is
invariable.
2. (Math.) A quantity that does not change its value; -- used
in countradistinction to variable.
Absolute constant (Math.), one whose value is absolutely
the same under all circumstances, as the number 10, or any
numeral.
Arbitrary constant, an undetermined constant in a
differential equation having the same value during all
changes in the values of the variables. Arbitrary constantConstant Con"stant, n.
1. That which is not subject to change; that which is
invariable.
2. (Math.) A quantity that does not change its value; -- used
in countradistinction to variable.
Absolute constant (Math.), one whose value is absolutely
the same under all circumstances, as the number 10, or any
numeral.
Arbitrary constant, an undetermined constant in a
differential equation having the same value during all
changes in the values of the variables. ConstancyConstancy Con"stan*cy, n. [L. constantia: cf. F. constance.
See Constant.]
1. The state or quality of being constant or steadfast;
freedom from change; stability; fixedness; immutability;
as, the constancy of God in his nature and attributes.
2. Fixedness or firmness of mind; persevering resolution;
especially, firmness of mind under sufferings, steadiness
in attachments, or perseverance in enterprise; stability;
fidelity.
A fellow of plain uncoined constancy. --Shak.
Constancy and contempt of danger. --Prescott.
Syn: Fixedness; stability; firmness; steadiness; permanence;
steadfastness; resolution. See Firmness. ConstantConstant Con"stant, n.
1. (Astron.) A number whose value, when ascertained (as by
observation) and substituted in a general mathematical
formula expressing an astronomical law, completely
determines that law and enables predictions to be made of
its effect in particular cases.
2. (Physics) A number expressing some property or condition
of a substance or of an instrument of precision; as, the
dielectric constant of quartz; the collimation constant of
a transit instrument.
Aberration constant, or Constant of aberration (Astron.),
a number which by substitution in the general formula for
aberration enables a prediction to be made of the effect
of aberration on a star anywhere situated. Its value is
20[sec].47.
Constant of integration (Math.), an undetermined constant
added to every result of integration.
Gravitation constant (Physics), the acceleration per unit
of time produced by the attraction of a unit of mass at
unit distance. When this is known the acceleration
produced at any distance can be calculated.
Solar constant (Astron.), the quantity of heat received by
the earth from the sun in a unit of time. It is, on the C.
G. S. system, 0.0417 small calories per square centimeter
per second. --Young. ConstantConstant Con"stant, a. [L. onstans, -antis, p. pr. of constare
to stand firm, to be consistent; con- + stare to stand: cf.
F. constant. See Stand and cf. Cost, v. t.]
1. Firm; solid; fixed; immovable; -- opposed to fluid. [Obs.]
If . . . you mix them, you may turn these two fluid
liquors into a constant body. --Boyle.
2. Not liable, or given, to change; permanent; regular;
continuous; continually recurring; steadfast; faithful;
not fickle.
Both loving one fair maid, they yet remained
constant friends. --Sir P.
Sidney.
I am constant to my purposes. --Shak.
His gifts, his constant ourtship, nothing gained.
--Dryden.
Onward the constant current sweeps. --Longfellow.
3. (Math. & Physics) Remaining unchanged or invariable, as a
quantity, force, law, etc.
4. Consistent; logical. [Obs.] --Shak.
Syn: Fixed; steadfast; unchanging; permanent; unalterable;
immutable; invariable; perpetual; continual; resolute;
firm; unshaken; determined.
Usage: Constant, Continual, Perpetual. These words are
sometimes used in an absolute and sometimes in a
qualified sense. Constant denotes, in its absolute
sense, unchangeably fixed; as, a constant mind or
purpose. In its qualified sense, it marks something as
a ``standing' fact or occurence; as, liable to
constant interruptions; constantly called for.
Continual, in its absolute sense, coincides with
continuous. See Continuous. In its qualified sense,
it describes a thing as occuring in steady and rapid
succession; as, a round of continual calls;
continually changing. Perpetual denotes, in its
absolute sense, what literally never ceases or comes
to an end; as, perpetual motion. In its qualified
sense, it is used hyperbolically, and denotes that
which rarely ceases; as, perpetual disturbance;
perpetual noise; perpetual intermeddling. ConstantConstant Con"stant, n.
1. That which is not subject to change; that which is
invariable.
2. (Math.) A quantity that does not change its value; -- used
in countradistinction to variable.
Absolute constant (Math.), one whose value is absolutely
the same under all circumstances, as the number 10, or any
numeral.
Arbitrary constant, an undetermined constant in a
differential equation having the same value during all
changes in the values of the variables. Constant of aberrationConstant Con"stant, n.
1. (Astron.) A number whose value, when ascertained (as by
observation) and substituted in a general mathematical
formula expressing an astronomical law, completely
determines that law and enables predictions to be made of
its effect in particular cases.
2. (Physics) A number expressing some property or condition
of a substance or of an instrument of precision; as, the
dielectric constant of quartz; the collimation constant of
a transit instrument.
Aberration constant, or Constant of aberration (Astron.),
a number which by substitution in the general formula for
aberration enables a prediction to be made of the effect
of aberration on a star anywhere situated. Its value is
20[sec].47.
Constant of integration (Math.), an undetermined constant
added to every result of integration.
Gravitation constant (Physics), the acceleration per unit
of time produced by the attraction of a unit of mass at
unit distance. When this is known the acceleration
produced at any distance can be calculated.
Solar constant (Astron.), the quantity of heat received by
the earth from the sun in a unit of time. It is, on the C.
G. S. system, 0.0417 small calories per square centimeter
per second. --Young. Constant of integrationConstant Con"stant, n.
1. (Astron.) A number whose value, when ascertained (as by
observation) and substituted in a general mathematical
formula expressing an astronomical law, completely
determines that law and enables predictions to be made of
its effect in particular cases.
2. (Physics) A number expressing some property or condition
of a substance or of an instrument of precision; as, the
dielectric constant of quartz; the collimation constant of
a transit instrument.
Aberration constant, or Constant of aberration (Astron.),
a number which by substitution in the general formula for
aberration enables a prediction to be made of the effect
of aberration on a star anywhere situated. Its value is
20[sec].47.
Constant of integration (Math.), an undetermined constant
added to every result of integration.
Gravitation constant (Physics), the acceleration per unit
of time produced by the attraction of a unit of mass at
unit distance. When this is known the acceleration
produced at any distance can be calculated.
Solar constant (Astron.), the quantity of heat received by
the earth from the sun in a unit of time. It is, on the C.
G. S. system, 0.0417 small calories per square centimeter
per second. --Young. Constantia
Constantia Con*stan"ti*a (? or ?), n.
A superior wine, white and red, from Constantia, in Cape
Colony.
Constantinian symbolXP XP [Belongs here in appearance only.]
The first two letters of the Greek word XRISTOS, Christ; --
an abbreviation used with the letters separate or, oftener,
in a monogram, often inclosed in a circle, as a symbol or
emblem of Christ. It use as an emblem was introduced by
Constantine the Great, whence it is known as the
Constantinian symbol, or
monogram. See Labarum. Constantly
Constantly Con"stant*ly, adv.
With constancy; steadily; continually; perseveringly; without
cessation; uniformly.
But she constantly affirmed that it was even so.
--Acts. xii.
15.
Gravitation constantConstant Con"stant, n.
1. (Astron.) A number whose value, when ascertained (as by
observation) and substituted in a general mathematical
formula expressing an astronomical law, completely
determines that law and enables predictions to be made of
its effect in particular cases.
2. (Physics) A number expressing some property or condition
of a substance or of an instrument of precision; as, the
dielectric constant of quartz; the collimation constant of
a transit instrument.
Aberration constant, or Constant of aberration (Astron.),
a number which by substitution in the general formula for
aberration enables a prediction to be made of the effect
of aberration on a star anywhere situated. Its value is
20[sec].47.
Constant of integration (Math.), an undetermined constant
added to every result of integration.
Gravitation constant (Physics), the acceleration per unit
of time produced by the attraction of a unit of mass at
unit distance. When this is known the acceleration
produced at any distance can be calculated.
Solar constant (Astron.), the quantity of heat received by
the earth from the sun in a unit of time. It is, on the C.
G. S. system, 0.0417 small calories per square centimeter
per second. --Young. Hysteretic constantHysteretic Hys`ter*et"ic, a. (Elec.)
Of or pert. to hysteresis.
Hysteretic constant, the hysteretic loss in ergs per cubic
centimeter per cycle. InconstanceInconstance In*con"stance, n. [F. See Inconstancy.]
Inconstancy. --Chaucer. Inconstancy
Inconstancy In*con"stan*cy, n. [L. inconstantia.]
The quality or state of being inconstant; want of constancy;
mutability; fickleness; variableness.
For unto knight there was no greater shame, Than
lightness and inconstancie in love. --Spenser.
InconstantInconstant In*con"stant, a. [L. inconstans: cf. F. inconstant.
See In- not, and Constant.]
Not constant; not stable or uniform; subject to change of
character, appearance, opinion, inclination, or purpose,
etc.; not firm; unsteady; fickle; changeable; variable; --
said of persons or things; as, inconstant in love or
friendship. ``The inconstant moon.' --Shak.
While we, inquiring phantoms of a day, Inconstant as
the shadows we survey! --Boyse.
Syn: Mutable; fickle; volatile; unsteady; unstable;
changeable; variable; wavering; fluctuating. Inconstantly
Inconstantly In*con"stant*ly, adv.
In an inconstant manner.
Solar constantConstant Con"stant, n.
1. (Astron.) A number whose value, when ascertained (as by
observation) and substituted in a general mathematical
formula expressing an astronomical law, completely
determines that law and enables predictions to be made of
its effect in particular cases.
2. (Physics) A number expressing some property or condition
of a substance or of an instrument of precision; as, the
dielectric constant of quartz; the collimation constant of
a transit instrument.
Aberration constant, or Constant of aberration (Astron.),
a number which by substitution in the general formula for
aberration enables a prediction to be made of the effect
of aberration on a star anywhere situated. Its value is
20[sec].47.
Constant of integration (Math.), an undetermined constant
added to every result of integration.
Gravitation constant (Physics), the acceleration per unit
of time produced by the attraction of a unit of mass at
unit distance. When this is known the acceleration
produced at any distance can be calculated.
Solar constant (Astron.), the quantity of heat received by
the earth from the sun in a unit of time. It is, on the C.
G. S. system, 0.0417 small calories per square centimeter
per second. --Young. Unconstancy
Unconstancy Un*con"stan*cy, n.
Inconstancy. [Obs.] ``The unconstancy of the foundation.'
--Fuller.
UnconstantUnconstant Un*con"stant, a.
Not constant; inconstant; fickle; changeable. [Obs.] --Shak.
-- Un*con"stant*ly, adv. [Obs.] -- Un*con"stant*ness, n.
[Obs.] UnconstantlyUnconstant Un*con"stant, a.
Not constant; inconstant; fickle; changeable. [Obs.] --Shak.
-- Un*con"stant*ly, adv. [Obs.] -- Un*con"stant*ness, n.
[Obs.] UnconstantnessUnconstant Un*con"stant, a.
Not constant; inconstant; fickle; changeable. [Obs.] --Shak.
-- Un*con"stant*ly, adv. [Obs.] -- Un*con"stant*ness, n.
[Obs.]
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