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singularities

/ˌsɪŋɡjʊˈlærɪtiz/

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The state of being singular, distinct, peculiar, uncommon or unusual

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""Her collection of antique buttons was admired for its many singularities, each button possessing a unique and unusual design." "

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A point where all parallel lines meet

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"In perspective drawing, the vanishing point on the horizon line represents the singularities where parallel lines, like the edges of a road, appear to converge and meet. "

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A point where a measured variable reaches unmeasurable or infinite value

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"The scientist's calculations showed singularities in the data, meaning some measurements for the experiment reached impossible values. "

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The value or range of values of a function for which a derivative does not exist

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"In mathematics, the graph of a function can have singularities, such as sharp corners or vertical asymptotes, where we cannot calculate the derivative. "

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A point or region in spacetime in which gravitational forces cause matter to have an infinite density; associated with black holes

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"Scientists believe that black holes contain singularities, points where gravity is so strong that matter is crushed into infinite density. "

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A proposed point in the technological future at which artificial intelligences become capable of augmenting and improving themselves, leading to an explosive growth in intelligence.

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"Some scientists believe that technological singularities, where AI rapidly surpasses human intelligence, could fundamentally change our world. "

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Anything singular, rare, or curious.

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"The antique shop was full of interesting singularities, like a teacup painted with cats riding bicycles and a globe showing countries that no longer exist. "

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Possession of a particular or exclusive privilege, prerogative, or distinction.

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"The student's ability to speak fluent French gave her certain singularities at the language exchange club. "

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Examples :

"Given the definition of "singularities" as "celibacy," a clear and simple example sentence is: "The convent required its members to commit to lives of singularities." "

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