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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The modification of a system such that its output is linearly dependent on its input
2. 2
   A linear approximation of a non-linear system
3. 3
   The conversion of a looped DNA molecule into a linear one

Etymology

From linear + -ization or linearize + -ation.

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