1 subtense | Definition of subtense

subtense

adjective
\ -n(t)s\

Definition of subtense

: of, relating to, or constituting an object (such as a pole or rod of known length) used to ascertain a distance without actual measurement by observing the subtended angle from a given point subtense method subtense transit

History and Etymology for subtense

Latin subtensus, past participle of subtendere to stretch beneath

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