coefficient
/kəˈsɛfɪkənt/Definitions
1. noun
A number or value that is multiplied by another number or quantity to get a product.
“The coefficient of friction between the tires and the road is crucial for safe driving.”
2. noun
A person who has a particular influence or effect on a situation or organization.
“The scientist was a key coefficient in the discovery of the new disease treatment.”
3. verb
To make something a coefficient, especially in a mathematical sense.
“The new algorithm will coefficient the data to improve its accuracy.”
4. verb
To have a significant influence or effect on something.
“The new policy will coefficient the company’s profits in the long run.”