impliedconstant
nounUK /ɪmˈplaɪd ˈkɒnstənt/
US /ɪmˈplaɪd ˈkɑːnstənt/
A number that stays the same even though nobody writes it down.
In the formula y = 3x, the implied constant is zero.
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2. A fixed value that is assumed rather than stated in a math problem.
The implied constant in the pattern kept the answers steady.
3. In science, a steady amount that is taken for granted during an experiment.
The implied constant of room temperature was not written in the lab notes.
4. A rule or fact that everyone accepts without saying it out loud.
Being kind was the implied constant in their classroom.