a variable in a logical or mathematical expression whose value determines the dependent variable; if f(x)=y, x is the independent variable | pitching dangerously to one side |
a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning | the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical |
a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal | a slight but noticeable partiality |
a summary of the subject or plot of a literary work or play or movie | a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement |
a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true | a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted lances |
a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement | |
(computer science) a reference or value that is passed to a function, procedure, subroutine, command, or program | |