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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

differential

/dɪˈfɛrɛnʃəl/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does differential mean?

noun, verb

A mathematical concept representing the rate of change of a function with respect to one of its variables. In a broader sense, a differential can also refer to a difference or variation between two things.

Example

"The engineer used differential calculus to optimize the design of the new car model."

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