English Dictionary

curvative

noun

(differential geometry) The first partial derivative of a function that describes a surface. / (anatomy) One of the curved walls of the stomach. / A convexity or concavity in a surface.

The curvative helped to alleviate my back pain.

意味（1）

(differential geometry) The first partial derivative of a function that describes a surface.

Examination of waves larger than 60 metres will depend on the accuracy with which the spatial derivatives (tilts, curvatives, etc.) of the surface can be obtained.

意味（2）

(anatomy) One of the curved walls of the stomach.

According to Dr. Leuf, when water is taken into the full or partly full stomach, it does not mingle with the food, as we are taught, but passes along quickly between the food and lesser curvative toward the pylorus, through which it passes into the intestines.

意味（3）

A convexity or concavity in a surface.

The five brooms have independent adjustments to conform, to curvatives in the road.

意味（4）

A curved deformation.

If the curvative is due to the unequal pull of the muscles supporting the spine, then the indication is to strengthen the weaker muscles until they are fully able to antagonize those of the opposite side.