differentiation

1. (noun) the mathematical process of obtaining the derivative of a function
Related Words: mathematical operation, mathematical process, operation

2. (noun) a discrimination made between things as different; "it is necessary to make a distinction between love and infatuation"
Synonyms: distinction
Related Words: contradistinction, contrast, demarcation, discrimination, dividing line, hairsplitting, line, word-splitting

3. (noun) the structural adaptation of some body part for a particular function
Synonyms: specialisation, specialization
Related Words: adaptation, adjustment



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