dedekind

/ˈdɛdəkɪnd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of cut in a diamond, characterized by a symmetrical V-shaped girdle.

“The jeweler explained that the diamond’s unique cut was a Dedekind cut.”

2. noun

A type of infinite set, used in set theory to describe a countably infinite set.

“The mathematician studied Dedekind sets to understand their properties.”

Synonyms

  • cut
  • set

Antonyms

  • finite
  • uncut