closed form
The term "closed form" is used in various fields, including mathematics, poetry, and art, to describe specific structured and self-contained forms or expressions.
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Definition
C1Mathematics
(technical, academic)An expression that can be evaluated exactly using a finite number of standard operations.
Example
- The quadratic formula is an example of a closed form solution.
- Finding a closed form for a sum can simplify complex calculations.
B2Poetry
(literary)A type of poetry that follows specific and traditional patterns of rhyme, meter, and structure.
Example
- Sonnets are a classic example of closed form poetry.
- Many poets experiment with both closed form and free verse in their works.
C1Art
(artistic)A style of art where the composition is self-contained and does not extend beyond its boundaries.
Example
- Classical sculptures often exhibit a closed form, maintaining a sense of contained space.
- The artist's use of closed form in the painting emphasizes the subject's isolation.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "closed form":
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