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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

scalar

/ˈskælər/ noun · British & US
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What does scalar mean?

noun

A scalar is a quantity or value that has only magnitude but no direction. In physics, scalars are often used to describe quantities such as temperature, mass, and time.

Example

"The scalar value of the force was calculated using the formula F = ma."

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