Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Rigel

👉 The term "rigelian" is often used in mathematics to refer to a mathematical structure that is rigidly defined and does not allow for any degree of freedom. Rigidity refers to the property of a mathematical object or system being able to resist deformation or change, without breaking down or collapsing. In other words, a rigi- nal structure is one where there are no degrees of freedom (or parameters) involved in defining it, and all properties or constraints are rigidly imposed on the structure.

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👉 Rigel is a German word that translates to "slip" or "warp." It is a term used in mathematics and physics, particularly in the field of fluid dynamics. The term was first introduced by Gustav Kirchhoff in his book "The Mechanical Theory of Heat," which was published in 1860. In this context, it refers to a phenomenon where heat or other forms of energy can move through a material at a speed that is slower than the speed of

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