trichotomous Meaning & Definition
What Does Trichotomous Mean?
As an adjective, trichotomous means Divided into three parts, or into threes; forking three ways. It can also mean Such that, for all x and y in X, and for a binary relation R, exactly one of xRy, yRx or x=y holds.
Trichotomous Definition (Adjective)
- Divided into three parts, or into threes; forking three ways.
- Such that, for all x and y in X, and for a binary relation R, exactly one of xRy, yRx or x=y holds.
> is a trichotomous relation, while the relation "divides" over the natural numbers is not.
Synonyms of Trichotomous
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Trichotomous synonyms and antonyms →Trichotomous in a Sentence
> is a trichotomous relation, while the relation "divides" over the natural numbers is not.
Word Forms & Grammar
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Words That Rhyme With Trichotomous
Origin of Trichotomous
From trichotomy + -ous. Modelled on dichotomous.