cotangent

English

/ˈkoʊˌtænd͡ʒənt/

noun
Definitions
  • (trigonometry) In a right triangle, the reciprocal of the tangent of an angle. Symbols: cot, ctg or ctn

Etymology

Prefix from English tangent.

Origin

English

tangent

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