arc-
English
Etymology
From Latin arcus (“bow, arc”), as they represent an angle or arc. Compare etymology of arch.
Prefix
arc-
- (mathematics) Used to form the names of inverse trigonometric functions, and the symbols for these functions.
- arc-sine (British), arcsine (US)
- arctan
- (mathematics, sometimes proscribed) Alternative form of ar- used to form the names of inverse trigonometric functions, and the symbols for these functions.
Usage notes
The use of arc- with hyperbolic functions is sometimes discouraged, as the term arc implies a circular angle. The forms with ar- (derived from hyperbolic area) are more common anyway due to being shorter.
Derived terms
English terms prefixed with arc-
Translations
forms the names of inverse trigonometric and hyperbolic functions
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See also
- arch- (encompassing a wide assortment)
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