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Word: Differential
Speech Type: Adjective
Etymology:
mid 17th century: from medieval Latin differentialis, from Latin differentia ‘difference’ (see differentia)
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃl
Dialects: British English
Definition:
of, showing, or depending on a difference; varying according to circumstances or relevant factors
Short Definition:showing or depending on difference
Examples:- the differential achievements of boys and girls
Word: Differential
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃl
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a difference between amounts of things
Short Definition:difference between amounts
Examples:- the differential between petrol and diesel prices
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