PARTIAL

Definition of PARTIAL

  1. (noun)the derivative of a function of two or more variables with respect to a single variable while the other variables are considered to be constant
  2. (noun)a harmonic with a frequency that is a multiple of the fundamental frequency
  3. (adj)being or affecting only a part; not total
  4. (adj)(followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for
  5. (adj)constituting or comprising a part or fraction of a possible whole or entirety
  6. (adj)showing favoritism