The term "partial difference" is used as a noun.
/pɑrʧəl ˈdɪfərəns/
"Partial difference" refers to the difference or deviation between two quantities, quantities, levels, or states, where only a part of the variables or elements is taken into account. It is commonly used in mathematical contexts, particularly in calculus, to describe the change in a function with respect to one variable while keeping the others constant. The term is less common in everyday conversation and is primarily found in written academic or technical texts.
This term is more frequently used in written contexts, especially in mathematical, statistical, or scientific literature. In casual conversation, the term may rarely occur, as it is specific to certain fields.
The researchers calculated the partial difference to analyze the influence of a single variable on the overall results.
(Исследователи рассчитали частичную разницу, чтобы проанализировать влияние одной переменной на общие результаты.)
In calculus, understanding the concept of partial difference is crucial for solving multivariable functions.
(В математическом анализе понимание концепции частичной разницы является важным для решения многомерных функций.)
The partial difference between the two samples indicated a significant variation in temperature.
(Частичная разница между двумя образцами показала значительное изменение температуры.)
While "partial difference" does not commonly appear in idiomatic expressions, related terms like "partial" can be used in various phrases.
Being partial to chocolate, she often seeks desserts that include cocoa.
(Будучи предвзятой к шоколаду, она часто ищет десерты, которые содержат какао.)
His view on the policy was partial and did not consider opposing arguments.
(Его мнение о политике было предвзятым и не учитывало противоположные аргументы.)
She was partial to traveling, which is why she spent her weekends visiting new places.
(Она была пристрастна к путешествиям, поэтому проводила свои выходные, посещая новые места.)
The term "partial" derives from the late Middle English "parcial," from Old French "partiel," which in turn comes from Latin "partialis." The word "difference" comes from Middle English "difference," from Old French "difference," and traces back to Latin "differentia," which means "a carrying apart or distinction."