vector

[ˈvɛktər]

vector Definition

• 1. a quantity that has both magnitude and direction, represented by an arrow with the direction indicating the vector's direction and the length representing its magnitude
• 2. an organism, typically an insect or tick, that transmits a disease or parasite from one animal or plant to another

Using vector: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vector" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The vector of the force is pointing upwards.

• Example

  The mosquito is a vector for malaria.

• Example

  The wind speed and direction can be represented as a vector.

vector Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for vector

• arrow
• direction
• magnitude
• carrier
• transmitter

Phrases with vector

• vector quantity

  a quantity that has both magnitude and direction, such as force or velocity

  Example

  Momentum is a vector quantity.

• vector-borne disease

  a disease transmitted by a vector such as a mosquito or tick

  Example

  Lyme disease is a vector-borne disease.

• genetic vector

  a vehicle used to transfer genetic material into a target cell or organism

  Example

  Adenoviruses are commonly used as genetic vectors.

Origins of vector

from Latin 'vehere', meaning 'to carry'

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Summary: vector in Brief

A 'vector' [ˈvɛktər] is a quantity that has both magnitude and direction, often represented by an arrow. It can also refer to an organism, such as a mosquito or tick, that transmits a disease or parasite from one animal or plant to another. Examples include 'The vector of the force is pointing upwards.' and 'The mosquito is a vector for malaria.'