[θiːtə] (THEE-tə)

Definitions

1. noun

the eighth letter of the Greek alphabet, θ.

“The professor used the Greek letter theta to denote the unknown angle in the equation.”

2. noun

a mathematical symbol representing a variable or a function in mathematics.

“The theta function was used to model the population growth in the study.”

3. noun

a unit of measurement for angles, equal to 360 degrees.

“The theta angle of the satellite’s orbit was critical for its navigation system.”

4. adjective

relating to or resembling the Greek letter theta.

“The theta-shaped constellation was visible in the night sky.”