a variable in a logical or mathematical expression whose value determines the dependent variable; if f(x)=y, x is the independent variable | the ability to do or say what is appropriate for the occasion |
a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning | the stance assumed by a golfer in preparation for hitting a golf ball |
a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal | the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience |
a summary of the subject or plot of a literary work or play or movie | a sign in front of a house or business carrying the conventional form by which its location is described |
a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true | written directions for finding some location; written on letters or packages that are to be delivered to that location |
a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement | the manner of speaking to another individual |
(computer science) a reference or value that is passed to a function, procedure, subroutine, command, or program | (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored |
| the place where a person or organization can be found or communicated with |