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FACTOR OUT
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I. (verb)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Resolve into factors
Example:
a quantum computer can factor the number 15
Synonyms:
Classified under:
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting
Hypernyms (to "factor out" is one way to...):
calculate; cipher; compute; cypher; figure; reckon; work out (make a mathematical calculation or computation)
Domain category:
arithmetic (the branch of pure mathematics dealing with the theory of numerical calculations)
Sentence frame:
Somebody ----s something
Sense 2
Meaning:
Consider as relevant when making a decision
Example:
You must factor in the recent developments
Synonyms:
factor; factor in; factor out
Classified under:
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting
Hypernyms (to "factor out" is one way to...):
consider; study (give careful consideration to)
Sentence frame:
Somebody ----s something
