Found 3 items, similar to Differentiation.
English → Indonesian (quick) Definition: differentiation diferensiasi, pembedaan, perbedaan
English → English (WordNet) Definition: differentiation differentiation n 1: a discrimination between things as different and distinct; “it is necessary to make a distinction between love and infatuation” [syn: distinction] 2: the mathematical process of obtaining the derivative of a function 3: (biology) the structural adaptation of some body part for a particular function; “cell differentiation in the developing embryo” [syn: specialization, specialisation]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Differentiation Differentiation \Dif`fer*en`ti*a"tion\, n. 1. The act of differentiating. [1913 Webster] Further investigation of the Sanskrit may lead to differentiation of the meaning of such of these roots as are real roots. --J. Peile. [1913 Webster] 2. (Logic) The act of distinguishing or describing a thing, by giving its different, or specific difference; exact definition or determination. [1913 Webster] 3. (Biol.) The gradual formation or production of organs or parts by a process of evolution or development, as when the seed develops the root and the stem, the initial stem develops the leaf, branches, and flower buds; or in animal life, when the germ evolves the digestive and other organs and members, or when the animals as they advance in organization acquire special organs for specific purposes. [1913 Webster] 4. (Metaph.) The supposed act or tendency in being of every kind, whether organic or inorganic, to assume or produce a more complex structure or functions. [1913 Webster]