inverse variation

noun

1

: mathematical relationship between two variables which can be expressed by an equation in which the product of two variables is equal to a constant

2

: an equation or function expressing inverse variation compare direct variation

Word History

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

inverse variation

noun

1

: mathematical relationship between two variables which can be expressed by an equation in which the product of two variables is equal to a constant

2

: an equation or function expressing inverse variation compare direct variation sense 2