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CONVERGENCE
convergence, converging, convergency
(noun) the act of converging (coming closer)
overlap, convergence, intersection
(noun) a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena; “there was no overlap between their proposals”
convergence, convergency
(noun) the approach of an infinite series to a finite limit
convergence
(noun) the occurrence of two or more things coming together
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
convergence (countable and uncountable, plural convergences)
The act of moving toward union or uniformity.
A meeting place.
The intersection of three electron beams for red, green and blue onto a single pixel in a CRT.
(mathematics) The process of approaching some limiting value.
(physiology) The coordinated focusing of the eyes, especially at short range.
(biology) The evolution of similar structures or traits in unrelated species in similar environments; convergent evolution.
(economics) The hypothesis that poorer economies' per capita incomes tend to grow faster than richer economies.
The merging of distinct technologies, industries, or devices into a unified whole.
Synonyms
• convergency
Antonyms
• divergence, divergency
Source: Wiktionary
Con*ver"gence, Con*ver"gen*cy, n. Etym: [Cf. F. convergence.]
Definition: The condition or quality of converging; tendency to one point. The convergence or divergence of the rays falling on the pupil. Berkeley.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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