calculus
US /ˈkæl.kjə.ləs/
UK /ˈkæl.kjə.ləs/
名词
1.
微积分
the branch of mathematics that deals with the finding and properties of derivatives and integrals of functions, by methods originally based on the summation of infinitesimal differences. The two main types are differential calculus and integral calculus.
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She is studying calculus in college.
她在大学学习微积分。
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Calculus is essential for many fields of science and engineering.
微积分对于许多科学和工程领域至关重要。
2.
结石, 牙垢
a concretion formed in the body, especially in the kidney or gallbladder; a stone
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The patient was diagnosed with a kidney calculus.
患者被诊断出患有肾结石。
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Dental calculus, also known as tartar, can lead to gum disease.
牙结石，也称为牙垢，可能导致牙龈疾病。
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