👉 Affine is a mathematical concept that describes how an object responds to a change in its environment, such as when it moves from one position to another or changes color. It is used to measure the level of change and stability within an object.
👉 The term 'affined' is derived from the Latin word 'affinare', which means to merge or join together. It refers to a state of being similar to another object that can be easily recognized or distinguished.
👉 Affinely refers to a state in which an object or thing is shaped or modified by its environment, in the same way as it is affected by it. It means that an object's properties remain unchanged as it is subjected to its environment.
👉 The term 'affines' refers to a type of mathematical relationship between two points in space, where any point within one plane can be transferred to any other plane by translation and rotation. It is often used to describe the geometry of surfaces such as planes, lines, and curves.