versed sine

noun

, Trigonometry.

1. one minus the cosine of a given angle or arc. : vers.

versed sine

noun

1. a trigonometric function equal to one minus the cosine of the specified angle vers

Word History and Origins

Origin of versed sine¹

First recorded in 1590–1600

Word History and Origins

Origin of versed sine¹

C16: from New Latin sinus versus, from sine ¹+ versus turned, from vertere to turn

Example Sentences

The answer is, this measure or amount is the versed sine of the angle through which the body moves.

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The direction is toward the center, and the measure is the versed sine of the angle.

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If closer accuracy is demanded, we can attain it, by taking the versed sine for 1°, and multiplying this by 6².

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The versed sine, or deflection of the middle of the catenary, was 50 feet.

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This decimal is the versed sine of the arc of 3°15', or of 3.25°.

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