Any of a set of vectors produced by encoding a message

(networking) A class of routing protocol based on sending global state between neighbouring nodes.

plural of radius vector

(mathematics) A straight line (or the length of such line) connecting any point, as of a curve, with a fixed point, or pole, round which the straight line turns, and to which it serves to refer the successive points of a curve, in a system of polar coordinates.

(mathematics) The vector whose initial and final points are those of a series of other vectors laid end to end.

(of a disease or disease agent) Transmitted by a vector, such as mosquitos.

plural of vector sum

(quantum field theory) One of a set of three spacelike (and possibly also one timelike) four-dimensional vectors which are orthonormal within some inertial reference frame.

(aviation, astronautics) The deflection of the exhaust nozzle(s) of a jet engine or rocket so as to alter the direction in which the engine produces thrust and help control the attitude and/or direction of flight of the vehicle using the engine.

plural of polarization vector