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quantize

DEFINITIONS OF: quantize

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v apply quantum theory to; restrict the number of possible values of (a quantity) or states of (a physical entity or system) so that certain variables can assume only certain discrete magnitudes that are integral multiples of a common factor

“Quantize gravity”
Synonyms:
quantise
Type of:
calculate, cipher, compute, cypher, figure, reckon, work out
make a mathematical calculation or computation

v approximate (a signal varying continuously in amplitude) by one whose amplitude is restricted to a prescribed set of discrete values

Synonyms:
quantise
Type of:
approximate, estimate, gauge, guess, judge
judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time)
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