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ideal element
noun
- any element added to a mathematical theory in order to eliminate special cases. The ideal element i = √–1 allows all algebraic equations to be solved and the point at infinity ( ideal point ) ensures that any two lines in projective geometry intersect
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What is really wanted is the lifting power of an ideal element in human life.
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In Lorenzo's soul there is an ideal element, of which he is not ashamed; he aspires; he believes in the expiating power of deeds.
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Mr. Parker's ministry had three periods, in each of which the ideal element was the attraction.
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He turned his eyes and saw her emotion, which greatly increased the ideal element in her expressive face.
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Knowledge, or science, he says, is a process of following out the ideal element in experience.
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