Permanent
The permanent of a square matrix in linear algebra is a function of the matrix similar to the determinant. The permanent, as well as the determinant, is a polynomial in the entries of the matrix. Both permanent and determinant are special cases of a more general function of a matrix called the immanant.
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More definitions of "permanent":
- (noun): A series of waves in the hair made by applying heat and chemicals.
Synonyms: permanent wave, perm
- (adj): Not capable of being reversed or returned to the original condition.
Example: "Permanent brain damage"
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